How To Fix 3E045 - Enter both an amount and a rate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Enter both an amount and a rate

What causes this issue?

The additional payments data you entered does not correspond to the
rules in the <LS>Wage Type Characteristics</> view (V_T511).

System Response

The wage type requires a different combination of amount and
number/unit. The system cannot process your entry. The termination
process failed.

How to fix this error?

Display the relevant wage type in view V_T511 and check the input
combination for the <LS>Amount</> and <LS>Number/unit</> fields and set
up the wage type with the correct details.
The amount and hours (Number/Unit) fields are mandatory against the
wage type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E045 - Enter both an amount and a rate ?

  The SAP error message 3E045: "Enter both an amount and a rate" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with currency conversion or pricing conditions in SAP. This error indicates that the system expects both an amount and a corresponding rate to be entered, but one or both of these values are missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Amount or Rate: The most common cause is that either the amount or the exchange rate (or price) has not been entered in the relevant fields.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the pricing procedure or the condition types that require both an amount and a rate.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently skip entering one of the required fields during data entry.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be handling the required fields correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that both the amount and the rate are entered in the appropriate fields. If you are entering a transaction, double-check the input screen for any missing values.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, review the pricing procedure and condition types to ensure they are set up correctly to require both an amount and a rate.
  Validation Rules: Check if there are any validation rules or custom logic that might be affecting the input fields.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction you are working with.
  Error Logs: If the issue persists, check the error logs or system messages for additional context that might help identify the problem.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to financial postings, such as MIRO (Invoice Verification), FB60 (Vendor Invoice), or others where amounts and rates are involved.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering both an amount and a rate to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.