How To Fix CABA_EXTERN_HR005 - Number of hours entered & too great

CABA_EXTERN_HR005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CABA_EXTERN_HR - CATS II Messsage Class for HR Additional Data

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Number of hours entered & too great

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CABA_EXTERN_HR005 - Number of hours entered & too great ?

  The SAP error message CABA_EXTERN_HR005 indicates that the number of hours entered for a particular time entry exceeds the allowable limit set in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of time management or payroll processing when users attempt to enter a number of hours that is not permissible according to the configuration or business rules defined in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Maximum Hours: The most common cause is that the number of hours entered exceeds the maximum limit defined in the system for a specific time type or for a specific employee group.
  Configuration Settings: The error may also arise from configuration settings in the time management module, where limits on hours worked or entered are set.
  Incorrect Time Entry: Users may mistakenly enter an incorrect number of hours due to misunderstanding the input requirements or system prompts.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to time