How To Fix 5Z382 - Do not enter months outside first 36 months for different pay scale area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 382

• Message text: Do not enter months outside first 36 months for different pay scale area

What causes this issue?

The total number of months cannot be less the number of months in the
different pay scale area for the first 36 months of eligible child
rearing and each additional calendar month.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter the data for the child-rearing months such that the number of
calendar months in the different pay scale area is less than or equal to
the total number of months in the standard and different pay scale area.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z382 - Do not enter months outside first 36 months for different pay scale area ?

  The SAP error message 5Z382, which states "Do not enter months outside first 36 months for different pay scale area," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee master data management. This error is related to the configuration of pay scale areas and the rules governing the assignment of employees to these areas.
  Cause:
  
  Pay Scale Area Configuration: The error usually arises when an employee's pay scale area is set up in such a way that it restricts the entry of certain data (like months of service) to a specific range (in this case, the first 36 months).
  Data Entry Error: It may also occur if a user is trying to enter a value that exceeds the allowed range for the pay scale area assigned to the employee.
  Incorrect Employee Assignment: If an employee is assigned to a pay scale area that does not allow for the months being entered, this error will be triggered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Pay Scale Area Configuration: Review the configuration of the pay scale area in the SAP system. Ensure that the rules governing the months of service are correctly set up and that they align with your organization's policies.
  Adjust Data Entry: If the data being entered exceeds the allowed range, adjust the entry to fit within the first 36 months. This may involve changing the months of service or the pay scale area.
  Employee Assignment Review: Verify that the employee is assigned to the correct pay scale area. If necessary, reassign the employee to a different pay scale area that allows for the required months of service.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling pay scale areas and related configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring pay scale areas.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user entering the data has the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to employee master data and pay scale areas.
  Testing in Development Environment: If changes are made to the configuration, it is advisable to test these changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to the production system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in payroll and personnel administration.