How To Fix HRDPBS_SP004 - Working hours on &2 exceed the permitted &1 hours

HRDPBS_SP004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRDPBS_SP -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Working hours on &2 exceed the permitted &1 hours

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRDPBS_SP004 - Working hours on &2 exceed the permitted &1 hours ?

  The SAP error message HRDPBS_SP004 indicates that the working hours recorded for an employee exceed the permitted limit defined in the system. This error typically arises in the context of time management and payroll processing within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Working Hours: The primary cause of this error is that the total working hours for a specific period (e.g., a day, week, or month) exceed the maximum allowed hours set in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect configuration in the time management settings, such as the definition of working time models, overtime rules, or collective agreements.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry by HR personnel or employees can lead to this error, such as entering too many hours for a specific time period.
  Absence Management: If an employee has taken leave or absence, but the hours are still being counted towards their total working hours, it may lead to