How To Fix 3F164 - Average bonus could not be calculated


3F164 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 3F - Compensation Management

  • Message number: 164

  • Message text: Average bonus could not be calculated

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  • What causes this issue?

    The system attempted to calculate the average bonus using the average
    salary and the bonus percentage. This number is too large.

    System Response

    The system can not save the value.

    How to fix this error?

    Enter another value.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3F164 - Average bonus could not be calculated ?
    The SAP error message 3F164, which states "Average bonus could not be calculated," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when calculating bonuses or incentive payments for employees. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
    Causes:
    
    
    Missing Data: The employee's master data or payroll data may be incomplete. This could include missing information about the employee's bonus eligibility, historical bonus data, or other relevant payroll information.
    
    
    Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for bonus calculations in the payroll schema may be incorrect. This includes settings related to wage types, calculation rules, or the overall payroll process.
    
    
    Insufficient History: If the system does not have enough historical data to calculate an average (for example, if the employee has not been in the company long enough), it may not be able to compute the average bonus.
    
    
    Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the

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