How To Fix HRPAYFI_KATRE615 - Negative amount is not allowed for income type &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFI_KATRE - KATRE (Income Register)

• Message number: 615

• Message text: Negative amount is not allowed for income type &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFI_KATRE615 - Negative amount is not allowed for income type &1. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFI_KATRE615 indicates that a negative amount is not allowed for a specific income type in the payroll processing. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to process a payroll entry that includes a negative value for an income type that is not permitted to have negative amounts.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: A negative value may have been mistakenly entered for an income type that should only have positive values (e.g., regular wages, bonuses).
  Payroll Configuration: The income type in question may be configured in such a way that it does not allow negative amounts. This is common for certain types of earnings that should not be deducted or reversed.
  Retroactive Accounting: If there are adjustments or corrections being made in payroll that involve negative amounts for income types, this can trigger the error.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom payroll calculations or rules in place, they may inadvertently lead to negative amounts being calculated for income types that do not support them.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Payroll Data: Check the payroll data for the employee in question. Look for any entries that have negative amounts for income types and correct them.
  Adjust Income Types: If the income type is incorrectly configured, you may need to adjust the configuration in the payroll schema or the specific income type settings to allow for the correct handling of amounts.
  Check Retroactive Accounting: If the error is related to retroactive accounting, ensure that the adjustments being made are valid and do not result in negative amounts for income types that do not allow them.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR module expert to understand the specific rules and configurations for the income types in your payroll setup.
  Testing: After making adjustments, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Income Types: In SAP HR, income types (or wage types) are used to categorize different types of earnings and deductions. Each income type has specific characteristics, including whether it can accept negative values.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema defines how payroll is processed, including calculations for various income types. Understanding the schema can help identify where the error is occurring.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling income types in payroll.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR to further investigate the problem.