How To Fix HRPAYDEPF066 - The percentage in field &1 must be less than &2 percent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 066

• Message text: The percentage in field &1 must be less than &2 percent

What causes this issue?

You have entered a percentage rate in field &V1& that exceeds value
&V2&.

System Response

You cannot save the record.

How to fix this error?

Set the value in field &V2&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEPF066 - The percentage in field &1 must be less than &2 percent ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEPF066 indicates that a percentage value entered in a specific field exceeds the allowed limit. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee benefits management, where certain percentage values (like deductions, contributions, or allowances) must adhere to predefined limits.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limits: The percentage entered in the specified field (denoted as &1) is greater than the maximum allowed percentage (denoted as &2). This could happen due to incorrect data entry or changes in regulations that have not been updated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The limits for the percentage might not be correctly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies during payroll processing.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may not conform to the current limits set in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the value entered in the field and ensure it is less than the specified maximum percentage. Correct any data entry errors.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the relevant payroll or benefits module. Ensure that the limits for the percentage are set correctly according to the business rules or legal requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific payroll or benefits module to understand the limits and how they are applied.
  Update Master Data: If the error is related to employee master data, ensure that the relevant records are updated to reflect the correct percentage limits.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll or benefits calculation to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to review and correct the data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide updates on configuration settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to payroll or benefits data.
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If you are unsure about the correct limits or configurations, consult with your HR or payroll team for guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDEPF066 error and ensure that the percentage values entered in the system comply with the required limits.