How To Fix HRPADQA199 - Active days limit is required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADQA - Message Class PB QA

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Active days limit is required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADQA199 - Active days limit is required ?

  The SAP error message HRPADQA199: Active days limit is required typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) or Payroll processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a requirement for specifying a limit on the number of active days for a particular employee or payroll process, and that this limit has not been defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The active days limit may not have been configured in the system for the specific payroll area or employee group.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an issue with the data entered for the employee, such as missing or incorrect dates that define the active period.
  Custom Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the payroll process, they may not be handling the active days limit correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in the SPRO transaction).
  Ensure that the active days limit is defined for the relevant payroll area or employee group.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to verify that the settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee master data to ensure that all relevant dates (such as start date, end date, and any other relevant fields) are correctly filled out.
  Make sure that the employee is assigned to the correct payroll area.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Parameters:
  
  If the payroll process requires specific parameters to be set, ensure that these are correctly configured in the payroll schema or related infotypes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates that may be relevant.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to see if the error persists. 
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through configuration or data correction, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Infotypes: Check relevant infotypes that may relate to active days, such as Infotype 0000 (Actions), Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment), and Infotype 0002 (Personal Data).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.