How To Fix 3L383 - The wage type: & with number: & must not be negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 383

• Message text: The wage type: & with number: & must not be negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L383 - The wage type: & with number: & must not be negative ?

  The SAP error message 3L383 indicates that a specific wage type in the payroll process has been assigned a negative value, which is not allowed. This error typically arises during payroll processing when the system encounters a wage type that should only have positive values, such as earnings or certain deductions.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: A user may have mistakenly entered a negative value for a wage type that should be positive.
  Configuration Issues: The wage type may be incorrectly configured in the system, allowing for negative values when it should not.
  Payroll Calculation Errors: There may be issues in the payroll calculation logic that result in negative values being assigned to wage types.
  Master Data Issues: Employee master data or infotypes may have incorrect information leading to negative wage types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the wage type in the SAP system (Transaction code: SM30 or SPRO).
  Ensure that the wage type is set up correctly and that it is not allowed to have negative values.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Results:
  
  Use transaction PC_PAYRESULT to review the payroll results for the employee in question.
  Identify where the negative value is coming from and correct it.
  
  
  
  Correct Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (infotypes) for any incorrect entries that might lead to negative wage types.
  Correct any discrepancies found in the employee's data.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Calculation:
  
  If the error is due to a payroll calculation issue, review the payroll schema and rules to ensure they are correctly set up.
  Make necessary adjustments to the calculation logic to prevent negative values.
  
  
  
  Re-run Payroll:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, re-run the payroll for the affected employee(s) to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Types: Wage types in SAP are used to categorize different types of payments and deductions. Each wage type has specific characteristics, including whether it can be negative or not.
  Payroll Processing: Understanding the payroll process in SAP is crucial for troubleshooting issues. Familiarity with payroll schemas, rules, and infotypes is beneficial.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with an SAP HR consultant or support team for further assistance.