How To Fix 3E012 - User entered (Contribution % &1) will override (Contr. Factor &2)!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 012

• Message text: User entered (Contribution % &1) will override (Contr. Factor &2)!

What causes this issue?

You entered a company contribution percentage although a default
contribution factor has been defined in Customizing for Payroll New
Zealand under <LS>Superannuation -> Superannuation Funds ->
<DS:SIMG.OHANZSUP004>Define Superannuation Fund Details</></>.
You have not entered an employee contribution percentage or amount on
which the default company contribution factor can be based.

System Response

The company contribution percentage you entered manually will override
the default factor.

How to fix this error?

Check and, if necessary, enter an employee contribution percentage or
amount and delete the company contribution percentage.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E012 - User entered (Contribution % &1) will override (Contr. Factor &2)! ?

  The SAP error message 3E012 indicates that there is a conflict between the contribution percentage entered by the user and the contribution factor that is defined in the system. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or benefits administration, where contribution percentages for various plans or deductions are specified.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The user manually enters a contribution percentage that is different from the contribution factor that has been predefined in the system.
  The system is set up to prevent overriding the predefined contribution factor without proper authorization or justification.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Contribution Percentage: Check the contribution percentage that you have entered. Ensure that it is correct and aligns with the company's policies or the employee's agreement.
  
  
  Check Contribution Factor: Review the contribution factor defined in the system for the specific plan or deduction. This can usually be found in the configuration settings for payroll or benefits.
  
  
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If you believe the contribution percentage should be allowed to override the contribution factor, consult with your HR or payroll team. They may need to adjust the configuration settings or provide you with the necessary permissions to override the factor.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the contribution percentage needs to be changed permanently, the configuration in the SAP system may need to be updated. This typically requires access to the SAP configuration settings and should be done by someone with the appropriate authorization.
  
  
  Documentation: Ensure that any changes made are documented properly to maintain compliance and for future reference.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PE51 (Maintain Payroll Schema) to review or change employee data and payroll settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for specific error messages.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to contribution percentages, as restrictions may be in place to prevent unauthorized changes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.