How To Fix HRPBSDE5Z121 - The maximum number of areas of science &1 has been exceeded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSDE5Z - Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 121

• Message text: The maximum number of areas of science &1 has been exceeded

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSDE5Z121 - The maximum number of areas of science &1 has been exceeded ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSDE5Z121 indicates that the maximum number of areas of science (or "fields of study") has been exceeded for a particular entity, such as a person or an organizational unit, in the SAP Human Resources module. This error typically arises in the context of managing employee qualifications, education, or training records.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to assign more areas of science than the predefined limit set in the configuration. Each employee or organizational unit can have a limited number of areas of science associated with them, and exceeding this limit triggers the error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to determine the maximum number of areas of science allowed. This can usually be found in the customizing settings for the HR module.
  If necessary, increase the limit for the number of areas of science allowed. This may require access to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  
  
  
  Remove Unnecessary Entries:
  
  Review the existing areas of science assigned to the employee or organizational unit. If there are any entries that are no longer relevant or necessary, consider removing them to free up space for new entries.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  Conduct a data cleanup to ensure that only valid and necessary areas of science are maintained in the system. This can help prevent future occurrences of the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing areas of science and understanding the limits set in your system.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes or data cleanup, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like PA30 for maintaining HR master data) to view or edit the areas of science for employees.
  Customizing Path: The path to check or modify the maximum number of areas of science can typically be found under:
  
  SPRO > SAP Reference IMG > Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Define Areas of Science.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration or employee records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the HRPBSDE5Z121 error effectively.