How To Fix HRPAYATLZ051 - &4: electr. notification not possible; value in &1 field greater than &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYATLZ - Messages for Payslip Functions

• Message number: 051

• Message text: &4: electr. notification not possible; value in &1 field greater than &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYATLZ051 - &4: electr. notification not possible; value in &1 field greater than &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYATLZ051 typically occurs in the context of electronic notifications related to payroll processing in the SAP HR module. The message indicates that there is an issue with a specific field value that exceeds the allowed limit, which prevents the electronic notification from being processed.
  Cause:
  The error message HRPAYATLZ051 is triggered when:
  
  A value in a specific field (denoted by &1) exceeds the maximum allowable limit (denoted by &2). This could be due to incorrect data entry, configuration issues, or data inconsistencies in the payroll results.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Fields: Check the specific fields mentioned in the error message. The placeholders &1 and &2 will be replaced with actual field names and their maximum allowed values in the error message.
  
  
  Review Data: Go to the relevant infotype or payroll results and review the data in the specified field. Look for any values that exceed the defined limits.
  
  
  Correct the Values: If you find any values that are too high, correct them to ensure they are within the acceptable range. This may involve:
  
  Adjusting the employee's data in the relevant infotype.
  Modifying payroll results if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to payroll processing and electronic notifications. Ensure that the limits set in the configuration match the business requirements.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary corrections, re-run the payroll process or the electronic notification to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific limits or configurations, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR functional consultant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Processing) to access employee data and payroll results.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the underlying issue causing the HRPAYATLZ051 error message.