How To Fix HRPAYUSCALC355 - Total Forg. for Small Amounts selected; please fill in Max. Amount field.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYUSCALC - Messages for payroll log RPCALCU0

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Total Forg. for Small Amounts selected; please fill in Max. Amount field.

What causes this issue?

You have made a selection in the <ZK>Forgive</> drop down list.

System Response

The system displays this error message because you have selected the
<ZK>Total Forgiveness for Small Amounts </>option without defining the
forgiveness amount in the <ZK>Maximum Amount for Total Forgiveness
</>field.

How to fix this error?

When you choose the <ZK>Total Forgiveness for Small Amounts </>option in
the <ZK>Forgive</> drop down list, you must fill in the <ZK>Maximum
Amount for Total Forgiveness </>field with the amount to be forgiven.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYUSCALC355 - Total Forg. for Small Amounts selected; please fill in Max. Amount field. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYUSCALC355 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, specifically when dealing with the configuration of "Total Forgiveness for Small Amounts" in the payroll module. This error indicates that the system requires a maximum amount to be specified for the forgiveness of small amounts, but it has not been filled in.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The payroll configuration for handling small amounts is set to allow total forgiveness, but the maximum amount field has not been populated.
  This can happen if the configuration settings for payroll processing are incomplete or if there is a missing entry in the relevant infotype or configuration table.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the relevant configuration area for payroll. This is usually found under the following path:
  
  SPRO > IMG > Payroll > USA > Payroll Calculation > Define Total Forgiveness for Small Amounts.
  
  
  
  
  
  Fill in the Max. Amount Field:
  
  Locate the configuration for "Total Forgiveness for Small Amounts."
  Ensure that the "Max. Amount" field is filled in with a valid numerical value that represents the maximum amount eligible for forgiveness.
  
  
  
  Check Infotypes:
  
  If applicable, check the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0015 for Additional Payments) to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll calculation to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct values to enter, consult your organization's payroll documentation or reach out to your SAP HR consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to payroll configuration settings.
  Testing Environment: If possible, make changes in a testing environment before applying them to the production system to avoid any disruptions in payroll processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYUSCALC355 error and ensure that your payroll processing can proceed without issues.