How To Fix HRTIM00VIEW004 - No. of annual working hours is greater than 8760

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00VIEW - HR Messages: Time Management View Maintenance

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No. of annual working hours is greater than 8760

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00VIEW004 - No. of annual working hours is greater than 8760 ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM00VIEW004 indicates that the number of annual working hours entered in the system exceeds the maximum allowable limit of 8760 hours. This limit is based on the assumption that there are 24 hours in a day and 365 days in a year (24 hours x 365 days = 8760 hours). 
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from one of the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The annual working hours have been set incorrectly in the system configuration.
  Data Entry Error: A user may have mistakenly entered a value that exceeds the maximum limit.
  Custom Settings: If there are custom settings or modifications in the system that alter the standard working hours, they may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the Time Management or Personnel Management modules).
  Verify the settings for annual working hours. Ensure that the value does not exceed 8760 hours.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee records where this error is occurring. Look for any incorrect entries in the working hours field.
  Correct any erroneous data that may have been entered.
  
  
  
  Adjust Work Schedules:
  
  If the organization has specific work schedules that require adjustments, ensure that they are configured correctly in the system.
  Review the work schedule rules and ensure they align with the expected annual working hours.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring working hours and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to save or process the data again to ensure the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and data, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  Training: Ensure that users entering data into the system are trained on the correct procedures to avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.