How To Fix 72178 - Specify the value limit as a constant or using operation HRS

72178 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 72 - Message Class for Time Management Reports

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Specify the value limit as a constant or using operation HRS

What causes this issue?

You have defined a constant value as the value limit, and also
parameters for operation HRS that are used to determine the value limit
dynamically.

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 either a constant value or parameters, but not both. Do not make
an entry for the constant value 0.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72178 - Specify the value limit as a constant or using operation HRS ?

  The SAP error message 72178 typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP Payroll when there is an issue with the way a value limit is defined in a specific operation or calculation. This error indicates that the system expects a constant value or a specific operation (like HRS) to be used for defining limits, but it has not been provided correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Value Definition: The value limit may not have been defined as a constant or using the required operation (HRS).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the payroll schema or the specific operation being used.
  Syntax Errors: There could be syntax errors in the payroll schema or rules that are causing the system to misinterpret the value limit.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Schema: Review the payroll schema where the error is occurring. Ensure that the value limit is defined correctly as a constant or using the