How To Fix EL529 - The maximum number of days from table TE935 has been restricted to 999

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EL - IS-U meter reading data processing

• Message number: 529

• Message text: The maximum number of days from table TE935 has been restricted to 999

What causes this issue?

The maximum number of days, which was found in table TE935, exceeds the
value 989. Because a security interval of 10 is also added internally, a
restriction to the maximum value of 999 is carried out so as to avoid an
overflow.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL529 - The maximum number of days from table TE935 has been restricted to 999 ?

  The SAP error message EL529 indicates that the maximum number of days for a certain operation has been restricted to 999 days, as defined in the configuration table TE935. This error typically arises in the context of time management or payroll processing, where a certain operation or calculation is attempting to exceed this limit.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a process tries to calculate or reference a period that exceeds the maximum allowable days set in the TE935 table. This could happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When calculating leave balances or entitlements that span more than 999 days.
  When processing historical data that includes periods longer than the defined limit.
  When there is a misconfiguration in the system that leads to incorrect date calculations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EL529 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Configuration in Table TE935:
  
  Access transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the contents of table TE935.
  Review the maximum number of days set in this table. If necessary, you can adjust this value, but be cautious as it may have implications on other processes.
  
  
  
  Review the Data:
  
  Identify the specific operation or calculation that is causing the error. This may involve checking the relevant infotypes, time evaluation results, or payroll results.
  Ensure that the data being processed does not exceed the 999-day limit. If it does, consider breaking it down into smaller periods.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Business Logic:
  
  If the business process requires handling periods longer than 999 days, you may need to adjust the logic in your custom programs or configurations to accommodate this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any additional guidance or best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues arise from the changes made.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the EL529 error effectively.