How To Fix HRPADNO_EDG_EMP014 - Weekly hours should not be greater than &1 for &2 (period &3).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADNO_EDG_EMP - HRPADNO_EDG_EMP

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Weekly hours should not be greater than &1 for &2 (period &3).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADNO_EDG_EMP014 - Weekly hours should not be greater than &1 for &2 (period &3). ?

  The SAP error message HRPADNO_EDG_EMP014 indicates that the weekly hours recorded for an employee exceed the allowed limit for a specific period. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or time management within the SAP HR module.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Weekly Hours: The primary cause of this error is that the total hours worked by an employee in a week surpass the predefined limit set in the system. This limit can be defined based on company policy, labor laws, or specific employee contracts.
  Incorrect Time Entry: There may be incorrect time entries or data input errors in the time management records for the employee.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for work schedules, time types, or employee groupings may not align with the actual hours worked.
  Changes in Work Schedule: If there have been recent changes to the employee's work schedule or contract, it may not have been updated correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Time Entries: Check the time entries for the employee in the specified period. Ensure that the hours recorded are accurate and do not exceed the allowed limit.
  Adjust Weekly Hours: If the hours are indeed too high, adjust the time entries to reflect the correct number of hours worked.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the employee's work schedule and ensure that the limits for weekly hours are set correctly. This may involve checking the following:
  
  Work schedule rules
  Employee group settings
  Time management settings
  
  
  Consult with HR/Payroll: If you are unsure about the correct limits or configurations, consult with your HR or payroll department to clarify the policies regarding weekly working hours.
  Run Time Evaluation: After making adjustments, run the time evaluation process again to ensure that the changes are reflected and the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration settings.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to time management and payroll processing for further insights into handling time entries and configurations.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user entering the time data has the appropriate permissions and roles to make changes to time records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.