How To Fix RP358 - The calculated annual salary is negative

RP358 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 358

• Message text: The calculated annual salary is negative

What causes this issue?

The sum of wage types relevant for calculating the annual salary is
negative.

System Response

Your entry is invalid.
The annual salary was set to '0'.

How to fix this error?

Check the individual wage type amounts and correct them.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP358 - The calculated annual salary is negative ?

  The SAP error message RP358, which states "The calculated annual salary is negative," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that the system has computed a negative value for an employee's annual salary, which is not valid.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Master Data: Errors in employee master data, such as incorrect salary components, deductions, or tax information, can lead to negative salary calculations.
  Negative Wage Types: If there are wage types that are set up to deduct more than the total earnings, this can result in a negative annual salary.
  Payroll 
  Configuration Issues: Misconfigurations in payroll settings or rules can lead to incorrect calculations.
  Time Management Issues: Incorrect time data, such as negative hours or incorrect absence records, can affect salary calculations.
  Retroactive Accounting: If there are retroactive changes that result in deductions exceeding earnings, this can also lead to a negative salary.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Master Data: Check the employee's master