How To Fix RP842 - Overflow of amounts in ind. value for wage type &1


RP842 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 842

  • Message text: Overflow of amounts in ind. value for wage type &1

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  • What causes this issue?

    The indirect valuation has determined an amount of &V2& &v4& for wage
    type &V1&. The maximum displayed amount, however, is limited in the
    database to &V3& &V4&.

    System Response

    Processing is canceled.

    How to fix this error?

    Presumably this happened because of incorrect customizing settings.
    If it is the case that the amount field is too short, please contact
    SAP.

    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 RP842 - Overflow of amounts in ind. value for wage type &1 ?
    The SAP error message RP842, which states "Overflow of amounts in ind. value for wage type &1," typically occurs when the cumulative amounts for a specific wage type exceed the maximum limit that can be stored in the system. This is often related to the handling of wage types in payroll processing, particularly when dealing with large amounts or when there are many entries for a specific wage type.
    
    Cause: Cumulative Amount Exceeded: The cumulative amount for the specified wage type has exceeded the maximum limit that can be stored in the database field. This can happen if there are many payroll runs or if the wage type is used for large payments. Incorrect Configuration: The wage type may not be configured correctly, leading to unexpected calculations or accumulations. Data Entry Errors: Manual entries or adjustments to payroll data that are too high can also lead to this overflow error.
    Solution: Check Wage Type Configuration: Review

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