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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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

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 the configuration of the wage type in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that the limits are appropriate for the expected values.
  Review Payroll Data: Analyze the payroll data for the employee(s) associated with the wage type. Look for any unusually high amounts or errors in data entry that could have caused the overflow.
  Adjust Cumulative Amounts: If the cumulative amounts are indeed too high, you may need to adjust them. This could involve resetting the amounts for the wage type or making corrections in the payroll results.
  Use Different Wage Types: If a wage type is consistently causing overflow issues, consider using different wage types for large payments or restructuring how payments are processed.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this issue. SAP frequently releases patches and updates that can resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on wage types and payroll processing.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to review and adjust payroll data.
  Testing: After making changes, run test payrolls to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new errors are introduced.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RP842 error and implement a solution to resolve it.