How To Fix HRPAYTR03590 - Maximum no. of segments must be larger than the minimum

HRPAYTR03590 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR03 -

• Message number: 590

• Message text: Maximum no. of segments must be larger than the minimum

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYTR03590 - Maximum no. of segments must be larger than the minimum ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR03590, which states "Maximum no. of segments must be larger than the minimum," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or configuration in the SAP HR module. This error indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the number of segments defined for a payroll process or a related infotype.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the configuration settings for the number of segments in a payroll schema or infotype are incorrectly defined. Specifically, the maximum number of segments is set to a value that is less than or equal to the minimum number of segments, which is logically inconsistent.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and adjust the configuration settings in the relevant payroll schema or infotype. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Payroll Schema:
  
  Go to transaction code PE01 (Schema Maintenance).
  Enter the relevant payroll schema and display it.
  
  
  
  Check Segment Definitions:
  
  Look for the segment