How To Fix PT_TMW_HEADER_CUST003 - Name range exhausted; no further entries permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PT_TMW_HEADER_CUST - TMW: Customizing Employee Data

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Name range exhausted; no further entries permitted

What causes this issue?

The system recognizes 900 entries as valid in this Customizing setting.
You want to create more than this number.

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?

Save your previous entries.
Check whether you actually need additional objects. Delete any
unnecessary entries.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PT_TMW_HEADER_CUST003 - Name range exhausted; no further entries permitted ?

  The SAP error message PT_TMW_HEADER_CUST003: Name range exhausted; no further entries permitted typically occurs in the context of the Time Management module, particularly when dealing with time evaluation or infotype records. This error indicates that the system has reached the limit of entries allowed in a specific name range, which is often related to the configuration of time management or personnel administration.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Name Range: The error is primarily caused by the exhaustion of the name range for a specific infotype or configuration. Each infotype or configuration in SAP has a predefined limit on the number of entries it can hold.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the time management settings, such as the number of allowed entries for certain time types or absence types.
  Data Volume: A high volume of data entries in the relevant infotype or configuration can lead to this error, especially if the system is not optimized for handling large datasets.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the relevant infotype or time management settings. Ensure that the limits set for entries are appropriate for your organization's needs.
  Increase Name Range: If possible, increase the name range limit for the specific infotype or configuration. This may require adjustments in the system settings or consulting with your SAP Basis or technical team.
  Data Cleanup: If the name range is exhausted due to excessive data, consider archiving or deleting old or unnecessary entries to free up space.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  System Upgrade: If the issue persists and is related to system limitations, consider discussing with your SAP support team about upgrading to a newer version of SAP that may handle larger datasets more efficiently.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Time Management and infotype management for detailed information on configuration and limits.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it involves system configuration or potential bugs.
  
  By addressing the configuration and data management practices, you can mitigate the occurrence of this error in the future.