How To Fix HRPBSAE164 - Length of each extension period of delegation shall not exceed &1 months

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSAE -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Length of each extension period of delegation shall not exceed &1 months

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSAE164 - Length of each extension period of delegation shall not exceed &1 months ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSAE164 indicates that there is an issue with the length of the extension period for a delegation in the Human Resources module, specifically in the context of the Business Partner or Employee delegation management. The error message states that the length of each extension period of delegation must not exceed a specified number of months (denoted by &1).
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  The extension period for a delegation is set to a value that exceeds the maximum allowed limit defined in the system configuration.
  There may be a configuration setting in the system that restricts the maximum duration for delegation extensions, and the value being entered exceeds this limit.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Delegation Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP where delegation rules are defined. This is usually found in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under the Human Resources module.
  Look for settings related to delegation periods and verify the maximum allowed duration for delegation extensions.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Extension Period:
  
  If you are trying to enter an extension period that exceeds the allowed limit, reduce the length of the extension period to comply with the maximum allowed duration.
  Ensure that the new value you enter is within the acceptable range defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes that may provide additional context or updates regarding delegation management and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes or if you believe the configuration is correct, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system version or configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to manage delegations.
  Customizing Settings: The relevant customizing settings can often be found under SPRO > Human Resources Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Delegation.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has custom logic implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect delegation processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.