How To Fix HRPAYDEPF059 - Please select &2 contracts instead of &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEPF - Error messages for German infotype module pools: garnishment

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Please select &2 contracts instead of &1

What causes this issue?

You have exceeded the maximum number of contracts that can remain
garnishment exempt.

How to fix this error?

Please reduce your choice.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEPF059 - Please select &2 contracts instead of &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEPF059 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with employee contracts in the HR module. The message indicates that the system expects a certain number of contracts to be selected, but the user has selected either too few or too many.
  Cause:
  The error message HRPAYDEPF059 is triggered when:
  
  The user selects an incorrect number of contracts for processing. For example, if the system expects two contracts to be selected but only one is selected (or vice versa), this error will occur.
  There may be a configuration issue in the payroll settings that defines the expected number of contracts for a specific payroll run or process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Selected Contracts: Review the contracts you have selected for processing. Ensure that you are selecting the correct number of contracts as required by the payroll process you are executing.
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this error, it may be necessary to review the payroll configuration settings. Check the settings related to contract selection in the payroll schema or the specific payroll process you are using.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to payroll processing for your specific version of SAP. This may provide insights into the expected contract selection criteria.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert. They may be able to provide additional insights or identify any underlying issues in the system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP HR, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address known issues and provide solutions or workarounds.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where you can find discussions related to similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.