How To Fix HREIC006 - Number of entries in &1 is lower than the value for NUMQS in &2

HREIC006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HREIC - EIC Messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Number of entries in &1 is lower than the value for NUMQS in &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HREIC006 - Number of entries in &1 is lower than the value for NUMQS in &2 ?

  The SAP error message HREIC006 indicates that the number of entries in a specified table (denoted as &1) is lower than the value set for the parameter NUMQS in another table (denoted as &2). This typically relates to the configuration of the SAP system, particularly in the context of HR (Human Resources) or related modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The error usually arises when the system expects a certain number of entries in a configuration table (like a quota or infotype table) but finds fewer entries than required.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be missing or incomplete data entries in the relevant tables that are supposed to hold the necessary information.
  Parameter Settings: The NUMQS parameter might be set too high for the current data situation, leading to this discrepancy.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the relevant infotypes or tables. Ensure that the NUMQS parameter is set appropriately based on the actual data entries.
  Data Entry: