How To Fix SF556 - Maximum even number (10) overwritten by import

SF556 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SF - SAPfind: Message Texts

• Message number: 556

• Message text: Maximum even number (10) overwritten by import

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SF556 - Maximum even number (10) overwritten by import ?

  The SAP error message SF556, which states "Maximum even number (10) overwritten by import," typically occurs in the context of SAP SuccessFactors when there is an issue with the import of data, particularly when dealing with event numbers in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by an attempt to import more event numbers than the system is configured to handle. In this case, the maximum number of event numbers allowed is 10, and the import process is trying to exceed this limit. This can happen due to:
  
  Data 
  Configuration Issues: The data being imported may have more event numbers than the system can accommodate.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping of fields during the import process may not align with the expected configuration in SAP SuccessFactors.
  System Limitations: The system may have predefined limits on the number of events that can be processed simultaneously.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SF556 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
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