How To Fix RP109 - The employment percentage of the position is not 100 %

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 109

• Message text: The employment percentage of the position is not 100 %

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP109 - The employment percentage of the position is not 100 % ?

  The SAP error message RP109, which states "The employment percentage of the position is not 100 %," typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) when there is a mismatch between the employment percentage defined for a position and the expected value for that position in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Position Configuration: The position in question may be configured with an employment percentage that is less than 100%. This can happen if the position is intended for part-time employment or if it was incorrectly set up.
  Employee Assignment: An employee may be assigned to a position that is not fully utilized (i.e., they are working less than the full-time equivalent).
  Organizational Structure: Changes in the organizational structure or position management settings may lead to discrepancies in employment percentages.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during the creation or modification of positions or employee records can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Position Settings: 
  
  Navigate to the position management area in SAP and check the employment percentage set for the position. If it should be 100%, update the position settings accordingly.
  Use transaction code PPOME (Change Organizational Plan) to review and modify the position details.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Assignment:
  
  Check the employee's assignment to the position. Ensure that the employee's working hours and employment percentage align with the position's requirements.
  Use transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review the employee's data.
  
  
  
  Adjust Employment Percentage:
  
  If the position is intended to be part-time, ensure that the employee's assignment reflects this. If it should be full-time, adjust the position's employment percentage to 100%.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR: 
  
  If you are unsure about the correct employment percentage for a position, consult with your HR department or the person responsible for position management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations: 
  
  If your organization has custom configurations or enhancements in SAP, ensure that these are not causing the issue. Consult with your SAP technical team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (for organizational management) and PA30 (for HR master data).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to position management and employment percentages for further guidance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.