How To Fix RP291 - Value is not allowed for number

RP291 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Value is not allowed for number

What causes this issue?

You have entered the number of dependents. The value you have
entered is not permissible.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Only values from 0 - 99 may be entered.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP291 - Value is not allowed for number ?

  The SAP error message RP291 ("Value is not allowed for number") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when dealing with employee master data. This error indicates that a value being entered or processed is not valid according to the defined rules or constraints in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Input: The value entered for a specific field does not conform to the expected format or range. For example, entering a negative number where only positive values are allowed.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow certain values due to business rules or constraints set up in the system.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the value being processed may not match the expected data type (e.g., entering a string where a numeric value is expected).
  Custom Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may impose additional restrictions on the values that can