How To Fix 3E016 - User entered (Contr. Amount &1) will override calculated (&2 &3)!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 016

• Message text: User entered (Contr. Amount &1) will override calculated (&2 &3)!

What causes this issue?

You entered a company contribution amount, however, you also entered
an employee contribution amount and used the default contribution
factor defined in Customizing for Payroll New Zealand under
<LS>Superannuation -> Superannuation Funds ->
<DS:SIMG.OHANZSUP004>Define Superannuation Fund Details</></>.

System Response

The company contribution amount you entered here will override the
company contribution amount calculated using the default factor.

How to fix this error?

Check and correct your entries if necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E016 - User entered (Contr. Amount &1) will override calculated (&2 &3)! ?

  The SAP error message 3E016 indicates that a user has manually entered a control amount that overrides a calculated amount. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as when entering invoices, payments, or other financial documents where amounts are calculated based on certain criteria (like tax calculations, discounts, etc.).
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A user manually inputs a control amount (e.g., a total amount for an invoice) that does not match the system-calculated amount.
  The system has calculated an amount based on predefined rules or data, and the user’s input is different, leading to a discrepancy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Input: Check the manually entered control amount to ensure it is correct. Compare it with the calculated amount provided by the system.
  
  
  Understand the Calculation: Review how the system calculated the amount. This may involve checking the underlying data, such as pricing conditions, tax rates, discounts, or any other relevant factors that contribute to the calculated amount.
  
  
  Adjust the Input: If the calculated amount is correct and the user input is incorrect, adjust the user input to match the calculated amount.
  
  
  Override with Caution: If there is a valid reason to override the calculated amount (e.g., a special discount or adjustment), ensure that the override is justified and documented. You may need to check with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with company policies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the calculations or the implications of overriding the amount, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to financial postings, such as FB60 (Invoice), FB70 (Customer Invoice), or others.
  Configuration Settings: Sometimes, the configuration settings in SAP for pricing, tax calculations, or other financial parameters may need to be reviewed if this error occurs frequently.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to enter amounts correctly and understand the implications of overriding calculated amounts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message effectively. If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team for further investigation.