The 'funny' part of this ATPL(H)
theory crediting is (or was), that -in germany- even those received a written confirmation of ATPL(H) theory credit from their local CAA (LBA) when the exams were taken pre JAR-FCL (in germany that was 01.05.2003).
I.e., eventhough they obviously did not meet the criteria of JAR-FCL 2.050 (b)(10) but rather 2.050 (b)(8), they were credited with ATPL(H) theory.
LBA reasoning: Pre JAR-FCL there was no distinction between CPL and ATPL exams. So: One fits all. Others call it grandfathering rights.
I wonder whether other countries did the same...