How To Fix PV098 - The time period has been restricted to the maximum value allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PV - Training and Event Management

• Message number: 098

• Message text: The time period has been restricted to the maximum value allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PV098 - The time period has been restricted to the maximum value allowed ?

  The SAP error message PV098, which states "The time period has been restricted to the maximum value allowed," typically occurs in the context of time evaluation or reporting in SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP Payroll. This error indicates that the time period you are trying to process exceeds the maximum allowable limits set in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Time Period Exceeded: The time period you are trying to evaluate (e.g., for payroll processing, time evaluation, or reporting) exceeds the maximum limit defined in the system settings.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum time period for evaluations may be configured in the system, and your request is trying to process a period longer than this configuration allows.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be an error in the data entry where the start and end dates of the evaluation period are incorrectly set.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system for time evaluation or payroll processing.