How To Fix 5R149 - Total pay rate is more than 100%.

5R149 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5R - HR-SG: Messages for HR Module SG, China, Hongkong and Taiwan

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Total pay rate is more than 100%.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R149 - Total pay rate is more than 100%. ?

  The SAP error message 5R149, which states "Total pay rate is more than 100%," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with employee compensation. This error indicates that the total pay rate assigned to an employee exceeds the allowable limit of 100%. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Pay Rates: The employee may have multiple pay rates assigned (e.g., base salary, bonuses, overtime) that, when summed, exceed 100%.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of pay rates in the system, such as incorrect percentage allocations for different components of pay.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during payroll setup or adjustments can lead to incorrect total pay rates.
  Contractual Agreements: The employee's contract may stipulate a pay structure that inadvertently leads to a total exceeding 100%.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Pay Components: Check the employee's pay components in the payroll system. Ensure that the