How To Fix HRPBSHU298 - Number of hours exceeds the one specified in contract

HRPBSHU298 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSHU - HR Public sector (H) developments

• Message number: 298

• Message text: Number of hours exceeds the one specified in contract

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HRPBSHU298 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPBSHU298, which states "Number of hours exceeds the one specified in contract," typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) and Payroll processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that the number of hours being entered or processed for a particular employee exceeds the maximum number of hours defined in their employment contract.
  
  Cause:
  
  Contractual Limits: The employee's contract specifies a maximum number of hours they are allowed to work, and the hours being entered exceed this limit.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as entering the wrong number of hours.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not align with the contractual agreements, leading to discrepancies.
  Time Management Settings: The time management settings in SAP may not be correctly set up to reflect the employee's actual working hours.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contract Details: Check the employee's contract to confirm the maximum number of hours allowed.