How To Fix WRF_CARE_CODES004 - The index cannot be greater than 14

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CARE_CODES - Care Codes Message Class

• Message number: 004

• Message text: The index cannot be greater than 14

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CARE_CODES004 - The index cannot be greater than 14 ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_CARE_CODES004 The index cannot be greater than 14
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs in SAP when a program or function module tries to access an index in an internal table, array, or string that exceeds the allowed maximum index value of 14. In this specific case, the error message indicates that the index value being used is greater than 14, which is not permitted.
  The message WRF_CARE_CODES004 is often related to SAP modules dealing with care codes, workforce management, or time management (e.g., SAP HR or SAP Workforce Scheduling). The error arises when the code attempts to access or assign a value to an element beyond the 14th position in a data structure that only supports up to 14 elements.
  
  Typical Scenarios
  
  Accessing an array or internal table with an index > 14.
  Processing care codes or time codes where only 14 entries are allowed.
  Custom code or standard SAP code that incorrectly loops or assigns values beyond the allowed range.
  Data inconsistencies or incorrect input data causing the index to be out of range.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Code or Configuration:
  
  Identify where the index is being set or incremented.
  Ensure that the index variable does not exceed 14.
  If this is custom code, add validation to prevent index values > 14.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use the SAP debugger to trace the point where the index exceeds 14.
  Check the data structures involved (arrays, internal tables).
  Verify the logic that calculates or assigns the index.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check the input data for care codes or related entries.
  Ensure that no more than 14 care codes or entries are being processed.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Patches:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WRF_CARE_CODES004 or similar errors.
  Apply any relevant patches or corrections provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the business process requires more than 14 entries, check if SAP allows configuration to increase this limit.
  If not, redesign the process to fit within the 14-entry limit.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Module: Often related to SAP HR (Human Resources), specifically time management or workforce scheduling.
  Data Structures: Arrays or internal tables with a fixed size of 14.
  SAP Transactions: May occur during data entry, batch processing, or report generation involving care codes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WRF_CARE_CODES004.
  Debugging Tools: Use transaction SE80 or SE38 to locate the program, and SE37 for function modules. Use the debugger (/h) to analyze runtime behavior.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Index value exceeds maximum allowed (14) in care code processing.
  
  
  Solution
  Validate and restrict index = 14; debug and fix code or data causing overflow.
  
  
  Related
  SAP HR Time Management, Workforce Scheduling, care code arrays.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact program or transaction where this error occurs, or the context (e.g., during data upload, report run), I can help with more specific guidance.