How To Fix HRPBSAU103 - Percentage of allowance cannot exceed 100

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSAU - Message Class For Public Sector(Australia)

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Percentage of allowance cannot exceed 100

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSAU103 - Percentage of allowance cannot exceed 100 ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSAU103, which states "Percentage of allowance cannot exceed 100," typically occurs in the context of payroll or benefits configuration within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system has detected an allowance percentage that exceeds the maximum allowable limit of 100%.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The allowance percentage for a specific benefit or payroll component has been set incorrectly in the configuration settings.
  Data Entry Error: During data entry, a user may have mistakenly entered a percentage greater than 100%.
  Multiple Allowances: If multiple allowances are being calculated together, the total percentage may inadvertently exceed 100%.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in the IMG - Implementation Guide).
  Verify the settings for the allowances and ensure that the percentage values are correctly defined and do not exceed 100%.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entries:
  
  Check the employee records or payroll data entries where the error is occurring.
  Ensure that the allowance percentages entered are within the valid range (0% to 100%).
  
  
  
  Adjust Allowance Calculations:
  
  If multiple allowances are being calculated, ensure that their combined total does not exceed 100%. You may need to adjust the individual allowances accordingly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a test payroll or benefits calculation to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring allowances and benefits.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Training: Consider training sessions for users involved in payroll and benefits configuration to minimize data entry errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPBSAU103 error and ensure that allowance percentages are correctly configured and entered in the SAP system.