How To Fix 3E006 - (Contribution % &1) will override calculated (Contr. Amount &2)!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3E - Vorgesehen für neue Länderentwicklungen HR

• Message number: 006

• Message text: (Contribution % &1) will override calculated (Contr. Amount &2)!

What causes this issue?

You made entries in fields which are not compatible with entries made
in other fields.

System Response

You cannot make entries in the following fields at the same time:
Company contribution amount and percentage.
The company contribution percentage will override the calculated
company amount.

How to fix this error?

Enter an employee contribution amount or percentage and either a
company contribution amount, percentage or factor.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E006 - (Contribution % &1) will override calculated (Contr. Amount &2)! ?

  The SAP error message 3E006 indicates that there is a conflict between the contribution percentage specified for a particular employee or cost center and the calculated contribution amount based on that percentage. Specifically, the message states that the contribution percentage will override the calculated contribution amount.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or cost allocation where:
  
  A specific contribution percentage (e.g., for social security, pension, etc.) has been defined for an employee or a cost center.
  The system has calculated a contribution amount based on this percentage.
  However, there is a manual entry or a predefined setting that specifies a different contribution percentage, which takes precedence over the calculated amount.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Contribution Settings:
  
  Check the contribution percentage defined for the employee or cost center in the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0014 for recurring payments/deductions).
  Ensure that the percentage is set correctly according to your organization's policies.
  
  
  
  Check for Manual Overrides:
  
  Look for any manual entries that may have been made that could conflict with the calculated values. If a manual entry is not necessary, consider removing it.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the contribution percentage is meant to override the calculated amount, ensure that this is the intended behavior. If not, adjust the configuration settings in the payroll or benefits module accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding contribution calculations to ensure compliance with policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, run a test payroll or simulation to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the contributions are calculated as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee records or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to run payroll simulations.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as Infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions) and Infotype 0015 (Additional Payments) where contribution settings are maintained.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in payroll and benefits configuration.