How To Fix HRPAYNLPR_EN149 - Indicator &1 has value &2. Negative values are not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLPR_EN - Pension Return NL

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Indicator &1 has value &2. Negative values are not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLPR_EN149 - Indicator &1 has value &2. Negative values are not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLPR_EN149 indicates that there is an issue with a specific indicator in the payroll process, where the value of that indicator is negative, which is not allowed. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in the Netherlands (as suggested by the prefix "HRPAYNLPR").
  Cause:
  
  Negative Values: The error specifically states that the indicator has a negative value. This could occur due to incorrect data entry, misconfiguration in payroll settings, or issues with the calculation of payroll components.
  Data Entry Errors: If an employee's payroll data has been incorrectly entered or modified, it may lead to negative values for certain indicators that should only be positive.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of payroll schemas or rules that lead to incorrect calculations resulting in negative values.
  Incorrect Master Data: Employee master data or infotypes may contain incorrect information that leads to negative calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Indicator: Identify which specific indicator is causing the issue (the error message will indicate this with &1) and what its current value is (indicated by &2).
  Review Payroll Data: Go through the payroll data for the employee in question to ensure that all entries are correct and that there are no negative values where they shouldn't be.
  Correct Data Entry: If you find any incorrect entries, correct them in the relevant infotypes or payroll data.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the payroll configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no rules or schemas that could lead to negative values.
  Run Payroll Simulation: After making corrections, run a payroll simulation to check if the error persists.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing for any specific guidelines or known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to investigate employee data and payroll calculations.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the HRPAYNLPR_EN149 error message.