How To Fix HRPADNO_RMB018 - & is negative.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADNO_RMB - Messages for Norwegian HR - reimbursement

• Message number: 018

• Message text: & is negative.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADNO_RMB018 - & is negative. ?

  The SAP error message HRPADNO_RMB018 typically relates to issues in the payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This specific error message indicates that there is a problem with the payroll results, particularly when it comes to negative amounts in the payroll results.
  Cause:
  
  
  Negative Amounts: The error usually arises when there are negative amounts in the payroll results, which can occur due to various reasons such as:
  
  Incorrect configuration of wage types.
  Manual adjustments or corrections that lead to negative values.
  Issues with retroactive accounting that result in negative payroll results.
  Incorrect data entry or master data issues.
  
  
  
  Payroll Schema Issues: There may be issues in the payroll schema or rules that are not handling negative values correctly.
  
  
  Data Consistency: Inconsistencies in employee master data or infotype records can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Payroll Results: Check the payroll results for the employee in question. Look for any wage types that have negative values and investigate why they are negative.
  
  
  Adjust Wage Types: If the negative amounts are due to incorrect wage type configurations, you may need to adjust the settings in the wage type configuration.
  
  
  Check Retroactive Accounting: If the error is related to retroactive accounting, ensure that the retroactive accounting periods are correctly defined and that there are no conflicting entries.
  
  
  Correct Master Data: Verify the employee's master data and infotype records to ensure that all information is accurate and consistent.
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation: Before running the actual payroll, consider running a payroll simulation to identify any potential issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA03 (Maintain Payroll Area), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and PC00_MXX_CEDT (Payroll Results) to investigate and resolve issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRPADNO_RMB018 error and implement a solution to resolve it.