How To Fix 5D033 - Caution: There are simultaneous garnishments; enter apportionment type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Caution: There are simultaneous garnishments; enter apportionment type

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D033 - Caution: There are simultaneous garnishments; enter apportionment type ?

  The SAP error message 5D033 indicates that there are simultaneous garnishments for an employee's payroll, and the system requires you to specify an apportionment type to handle these garnishments correctly. This situation typically arises when an employee has multiple garnishments (e.g., child support, tax levies, etc.) that need to be processed at the same time.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Garnishments: The employee has more than one garnishment order that is active and needs to be processed in the same payroll period.
  Missing Apportionment Type: The system requires an apportionment type to determine how to distribute the available funds among the various garnishments.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of garnishment types or apportionment rules in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Apportionment Type: When prompted by the error message, you need to enter the appropriate apportionment type. This type defines how the payroll system should allocate the employee's earnings among the different garnishments.
  
  You can usually find the apportionment types in the SAP configuration under the payroll settings or garnishment settings.
  
  
  
  Review Garnishment Setup: Check the garnishment setup for the employee in question. Ensure that all garnishments are correctly configured and that the apportionment rules are defined.
  
  Go to the employee's payroll information and review the garnishment records.
  
  
  
  Consult Payroll Administrator: If you are unsure about which apportionment type to use, consult with your payroll administrator or HR department. They can provide guidance based on company policies and legal requirements.
  
  
  Test in a Non-Production Environment: If you are making changes to the configuration, it is advisable to test these changes in a non-production environment to ensure that they work as expected without affecting live payroll processing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Garnishment Types: Familiarize yourself with the different types of garnishments that can be processed in SAP, as well as the legal requirements for each type.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or help resources for detailed information on garnishment processing and configuration.
  Training: Consider training sessions for payroll staff on handling garnishments and understanding the implications of multiple garnishments on payroll processing.
  
  By addressing the error message and ensuring that the garnishment setup is correct, you can resolve the issue and ensure that payroll processing continues smoothly.