How To Fix PE714 - Target number is greater than maximum number

PE714 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 714

• Message text: Target number is greater than maximum number

What causes this issue?

The maximum number chosen is less than the target value.

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?

Check your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE714 - Target number is greater than maximum number ?

  The SAP error message PE714 "Target number is greater than maximum number" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when dealing with infotypes related to personnel administration. This error indicates that the target number specified in a payroll operation or infotype exceeds the maximum limit defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limits: The error usually arises when a target number (like a wage type, infotype number, or other identifiers) is set to a value that exceeds the maximum allowable limit defined in the SAP system configuration.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the payroll schema or in the infotype settings that leads to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during payroll processing or infotype maintenance can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the payroll schema or the specific infotype involved. Ensure that the target numbers are within the defined limits.
  Adjust Target Numbers: If you