How To Fix HRPAYBR99730 - Value &1 in record &2 exceeds maximum size (&3 digits)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYBR99 - Payroll General Messages

• Message number: 730

• Message text: Value &1 in record &2 exceeds maximum size (&3 digits)

What causes this issue?

According to the layout of the withheld income tax return (DIRF)
archive, the rules for numeric fields regarding values are the foll
owing:
It must be declared values with up to 13 positions, representing 11 full
positions and 2 decimals.
The non-significant zeros must not be declared.
The characters '.' (point) and ',' (comma) must not be declared.
All monetary values must be expressed in Real.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYBR99730 - Value &1 in record &2 exceeds maximum size (&3 digits) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYBR99730 indicates that a specific value in a payroll record exceeds the maximum allowed size for that field. This error is commonly encountered in the context of Brazilian payroll processing within SAP HR (Human Resources) modules.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A numeric value in a payroll record (e.g., salary, deductions, benefits) exceeds the defined limit for that field.
  The field in question is defined to accept a maximum number of digits, and the value being processed exceeds this limit.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Record and Field:
  
  Check the error message details to identify which record (&2) and which value (&1) is causing the issue.
  The maximum size allowed for that field is indicated by &3.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Data:
  
  Review the payroll data for the employee or record in question.
  Look for any values that are incorrectly entered or calculated, especially those that are numeric and should not exceed the specified limit.
  
  
  
  Adjust Values:
  
  If the value is indeed too large, you may need to adjust it to fit within the allowed size. This could involve:
  
  Correcting data entry errors.
  Modifying calculations in payroll processing.
  Ensuring that any allowances, deductions, or benefits are within the defined limits.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the values are correct but still exceed the limits, you may need to check the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Consult with your SAP HR configuration team to see if the field size can be adjusted in the system settings, if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, reprocess the payroll to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made for future reference and to assist in troubleshooting similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that may provide additional context or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PC00_M01_CEDT (Payroll for Brazil) to access and review payroll data.
  Consult SAP Help: The SAP Help Portal can provide additional insights into payroll processing and error handling.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP HR team for further assistance.