How To Fix PD300 - You cannot enter a work schedule factor <1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PD - HR-PD: Reserved

• Message number: 300

• Message text: You cannot enter a work schedule factor <1.

What causes this issue?

For composite positions, you can only specify a work schedule factor
whose value is greater 1 since the work schedule factor should enable
multiple staffing assignments to be made to a position without
requiring new positions to be created for each assignment.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PD300 - You cannot enter a work schedule factor <1. ?

  The SAP error message PD300 ("You cannot enter a work schedule factor <1.") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or time management when trying to enter a work schedule factor that is less than 1. The work schedule factor is used to define the proportion of a full-time equivalent (FTE) that an employee works. A factor less than 1 would imply that the employee works less than a full-time schedule, which is not allowed in certain configurations or contexts.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user is attempting to enter a work schedule factor that is less than 1 (e.g., 0.5, 0.75).
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to only accept full-time work schedule factors (1.0 or higher).
  Employee Type: The employee type or position may not be set up to allow part-time work schedules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that the work schedule factor being entered is 1 or greater. If the employee is part-time, you may need to check if the system is configured to allow part-time entries.
  Review Configuration: If part-time work schedules are required, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that part-time factors are allowed. This may involve:
  
  Checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0007 - Planned Working Time).
  Reviewing the configuration in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under Personnel Management settings.
  
  
  Employee Master Data: Verify the employee's master data to ensure that it is set up correctly for part-time work if applicable. This includes checking the employee's work schedule and employment type.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on entering work schedule factors and any related configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: The error may be related to specific infotypes such as Infotype 0007 (Planned Working Time) or Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to work schedule factors.
  Testing: If changes are made to configuration or master data, conduct testing to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.