How To Fix CTE_HCM_PY006 - Max. &1 infotype 0579 records with date &2 are supported.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTE_HCM_PY - ERP - Concur Integration: HCM Payroll Postings

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Max. &1 infotype 0579 records with date &2 are supported.

What causes this issue?

More than &v1& infotype entries with the same start date were created.

System Response

The posting of the payroll document only contains the first &v1&
entries. All other entries are not considered and therefore posting is
prevented alltogether (Document Status: <LS>Failed</>).

How to fix this error?

Ensure you have implemented SAP note 2646952 with which it is possible
to increase the number of infotype 0579 records from 50 to 998.
If you add infotype 0579 records in your <AB>BAdI_CTE_HCM_PY_ADJUST_DOC
</> implementation, make sure not to create more than &v1& records with
the same start date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTE_HCM_PY006 - Max. &1 infotype 0579 records with date &2 are supported. ?

  The SAP error message CTE_HCM_PY006 indicates that the maximum number of records for infotype 0579 (which is related to the "Additional Payments" infotype in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module) has been exceeded for a specific date. The message typically appears when you attempt to create or modify records in infotype 0579, and the system has a limit on how many records can be maintained for a given date.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The system has a predefined limit on the number of records that can be created for infotype 0579 for a specific date.
  You are trying to add or modify a record that would exceed this limit.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: Review the existing records in infotype 0579 for the specified date. You can do this by using transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and entering the relevant personnel number and infotype.
  
  
  Delete Unnecessary Records: If there are records that are no longer needed, consider deleting them to free up space for new entries. Be cautious and ensure that you are not deleting any critical data.
  
  
  Adjust the Limit: If your business process requires more records than the current limit allows, you may need to adjust the configuration in the system. This typically involves:
  
  Consulting with your SAP HCM functional consultant or system administrator.
  Modifying the configuration settings for infotype 0579 to increase the maximum number of records allowed.
  
  
  
  Use Different Dates: If possible, consider using different dates for the additional payments to avoid hitting the limit for a specific date.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to infotype 0579 for any specific guidelines or limitations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0579: This infotype is used for managing additional payments to employees, such as bonuses or one-time payments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to infotype 0579 and the error message CTE_HCM_PY006.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and others related to HR master data management.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.