How To Fix HRPBSSA011 - &1 should not be negative

HRPBSSA011 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSSA -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: &1 should not be negative

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HRPBSSA011 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPBSSA011 typically indicates that a certain value related to payroll or benefits processing is being calculated as negative, which is not allowed in the context of the operation being performed. This error often arises in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with deductions, benefits, or other financial calculations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Negative Values in Input Data: The most common cause is that the input data for a payroll run contains negative values where only positive values are expected. This could be due to incorrect entries in master data, infotype records, or payroll results.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of wage types, deduction types, or benefit plans that allow for negative values incorrectly.
  Calculation Errors: Errors in the payroll calculation logic or custom enhancements that lead to negative results.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or errors in the