How To Fix HRSEN00035 - Total from years/months/days is too large (total exceeds 999 years)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSEN00 - Calculation of Time Specifications

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Total from years/months/days is too large (total exceeds 999 years)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSEN00035 - Total from years/months/days is too large (total exceeds 999 years) ?

  The SAP error message HRSEN00035 indicates that the total duration specified in years, months, and days exceeds the maximum allowable limit of 999 years. This error typically arises in scenarios where date calculations or duration inputs are involved, such as in employee records, time management, or payroll processing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A date or duration input is incorrectly calculated or entered, leading to a total that exceeds 999 years.
  There may be a configuration issue or a data entry error in the employee's records or in the time management module.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRSEN00035 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the input values for years, months, and days in the relevant transaction or infotype. Ensure that they are within reasonable limits and do not exceed the maximum allowed total.
  
  
  Data Correction: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the values in the relevant infotype (e.g., infotype 0000 for actions, infotype 0001 for organizational assignment, etc.).
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the error persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to time management or employee records. Ensure that there are no settings that could lead to incorrect calculations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to the production system.
  
  
  Seek Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's support portal for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to employee data management (e.g., PA30 for infotype maintenance).
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data are trained on the correct formats and limits for date and duration inputs to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.