How To Fix 3L145 - Wage type amount (&) cannot be negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3L - HR: Messages for Mexico

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Wage type amount (&) cannot be negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L145 - Wage type amount (&) cannot be negative ?

  The SAP error message 3L145, which states "Wage type amount (&) cannot be negative," typically occurs during payroll processing when a wage type that is not allowed to have a negative value is being processed with a negative amount. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during payroll calculations, adjustments, or when entering data in infotypes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: A user may have mistakenly entered a negative value for a wage type that is not permitted to be negative.
  Payroll Configuration: The wage type may be configured in such a way that it should always be positive (e.g., basic pay, bonuses).
  Negative Amounts in Adjustments: If there are adjustments or corrections being made to payroll, a negative amount may have been inadvertently included.
  Custom Logic: Custom payroll logic or enhancements may be incorrectly processing wage types, leading to negative values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Data Entry: Check the entries for the wage type in question. Ensure that no negative values are being entered where they are not allowed.
  Check Payroll Configuration: Review the configuration of the wage type in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that it is not allowed to have negative values.
  
  You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO ? Payroll ? Wage Types.
  
  
  Adjustments: If the error occurs during adjustments, review the adjustment entries to ensure that they are correct and do not include negative amounts for wage types that should be positive.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll run to identify where the negative value is being introduced. This may involve checking custom code or enhancements that could be affecting payroll calculations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific wage type to understand its intended use and restrictions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: Understanding how wage types are configured in SAP is crucial. Each wage type can have specific characteristics, including whether it can be negative.
  Infotypes: Review the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0008 for Basic Pay) to ensure that the data entered aligns with the expected values for the wage types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on wage type configurations.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.