How To Fix HRPAYDESVBEA100 - &1: 'Amount of Severance Pay' field contains invalid characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESVBEA - BEA Error Notifications

• Message number: 100

• Message text: &1: 'Amount of Severance Pay' field contains invalid characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESVBEA100 - &1: 'Amount of Severance Pay' field contains invalid characters ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESVBEA100 indicates that there is an issue with the "Amount of Severance Pay" field in the payroll processing module. Specifically, it suggests that the field contains invalid characters, which could prevent the system from processing the payroll correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The most common cause of this error is the presence of non-numeric characters in the "Amount of Severance Pay" field. This could include letters, special characters, or spaces.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry mistakes can lead to invalid characters being inputted into the field.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from another system or file, formatting issues may introduce invalid characters.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the infotype that handles severance pay.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Field: Review the "Amount of Severance Pay" field in the relevant infotype (e.g., IT 0014 for additional payments) to ensure that it contains only valid numeric values.
  Remove Invalid Characters: If you find any invalid characters, remove them and ensure that the field only contains numbers (and possibly a decimal point if applicable).
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks during data entry to prevent invalid characters from being entered in the first place.
  Review Data Imports: If the data is being imported, check the source data for formatting issues and ensure that it adheres to the expected format for numeric fields.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines on the expected format for the "Amount of Severance Pay" field.
  Test Changes: After making corrections, re-run the payroll process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: The relevant infotypes for severance pay may include IT 0014 (Additional Payments) or IT 0015 (Additional Payments for Severance).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to access and edit employee records.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll process to identify where the invalid characters are being introduced.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDESVBEA100 error and ensure that the "Amount of Severance Pay" field is correctly populated.