How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CP381 - Time and minimum total &1 &2 reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CP -

• Message number: 381

• Message text: Time and minimum total &1 &2 reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CP381 - Time and minimum total &1 &2 reached ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CP381 Time and minimum total &1 &2 reached typically relates to the configuration of a time management or payroll process within SAP. This error indicates that a certain threshold for time or minimum totals has been reached, which can prevent further processing of time data or payroll calculations.
  Cause:
  
  
  Threshold Limits: The error usually arises when the configured limits for time entries or payroll calculations have been exceeded. This could be due to:
  
  Exceeding the maximum allowable hours for a specific period.
  Reaching the minimum total required for processing.
  Incorrect configuration of time management settings in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Issues: There may be issues with the data entered for employees, such as incorrect time entries or missing data that leads to the threshold being reached prematurely.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: The error can also stem from incorrect settings in the time management or payroll configuration, such as the definition of time types, wage types, or processing rules.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for time management and payroll in the SAP system. Ensure that the thresholds for time entries and minimum totals are set correctly according to your organization's policies.
  
  
  Check Time Entries: Review the time entries for the affected employees. Look for any anomalies or incorrect entries that may have caused the threshold to be reached.
  
  
  Adjust Limits: If necessary, adjust the limits for time and minimum totals in the configuration to accommodate the actual business needs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to time management and payroll processing for specific guidance on the error message.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error does not recur and that the payroll or time processing works as expected.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and data entries, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PT60 (Time Evaluation), or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.