How To Fix HRPBSQA029 - You can extend &1 to a maximum of &2 times

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSQA -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: You can extend &1 to a maximum of &2 times

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSQA029 - You can extend &1 to a maximum of &2 times ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSQA029 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with the infotype (IT) records related to personnel administration. This error indicates that you are trying to extend a specific infotype record beyond the maximum allowed number of occurrences.
  Cause:
  The error message HRPBSQA029 is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to create or extend an infotype record (e.g., a record for a specific employee) beyond the predefined limit set in the system.
  Each infotype has a maximum number of occurrences that can be maintained for a single employee, and you have reached that limit.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Current Records: Review the existing infotype records for the employee in question. You can do this using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  
  
  Delete Unnecessary Records: If there are old or unnecessary records that can be deleted, consider removing them to free up space for new entries. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete records.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you believe that the maximum limit is too low for your business needs, you may need to consult with your SAP HR configuration team to review and potentially adjust the maximum occurrences allowed for that infotype.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific infotype limits and guidelines on how to manage them.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP Help Desk for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HCM that store specific types of employee-related information (e.g., personal data, payroll data, etc.).
  Maximum Occurrences: Each infotype has a defined maximum number of occurrences, which is set during the configuration of the infotype in the system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and others that are used for managing HR master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the HRPBSQA029 error and manage your infotype records effectively.