How To Fix 3L150 - You must execute the payroll in test mode to calculate the SDI

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 150

• Message text: You must execute the payroll in test mode to calculate the SDI

What causes this issue?

You wish to calculate the integrated minimum wage (SDI) and also
execute payroll processing in change mode.

System Response

The system interrupts program execution.

How to fix this error?

If you wish to calculate the integrated daily wage, you must change the
payroll change mode to test mode.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L150 - You must execute the payroll in test mode to calculate the SDI ?

  The SAP error message 3L150, which states "You must execute the payroll in test mode to calculate the SDI," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the calculation of the Social Security Disability Insurance (SDI) or similar payroll-related calculations.
  Cause:
  This error message is triggered when the payroll run is attempted in a mode that does not allow for the calculation of SDI. The system requires that the payroll be executed in test mode to ensure that all calculations, including those for SDI, are performed correctly without affecting actual payroll data. This is a safeguard to prevent errors in live payroll processing.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Run Payroll in Test Mode:
  
  Navigate to the payroll processing transaction (usually via the SAP Easy Access screen).
  Select the option to run the payroll in test mode. This is often done by selecting a specific checkbox or option in the payroll run screen that indicates "Test Mode" or "Simulate."
  Execute the payroll run again.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for SDI calculation is correctly set up in the system. This includes checking the relevant payroll schemas and rules that govern the SDI calculation.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP HR or payroll configuration team to verify that all settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Logs:
  
  After running the payroll in test mode, review the payroll logs for any additional errors or warnings that may provide further insight into issues with the SDI calculation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the payroll process and SDI calculations. This can provide additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PC00_MXX_CALC (where XX is the country code) for payroll processing.
  Payroll Schema: Understand the payroll schema used in your organization, as it dictates how various payroll calculations, including SDI, are processed.
  Testing Environment: Always ensure that you are working in a testing environment when making changes or running payroll in test mode to avoid impacting live data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully calculate the SDI in your payroll processing.