How To Fix 5D817 - Check the number of maintenance beneficiaries for garnishments

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 817

• Message text: Check the number of maintenance beneficiaries for garnishments

What causes this issue?

You have changed the number of child exemptions.
A change of child exemptions has frequent influence on the number of
maintenance beneficiaries for garnishment. These are an important
parameter for the determination of garnishable amounts.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please check whether the number of maintenance beneficiaries has
changed with garnishments (infotype 0114).
If need be adjust the number of maintenance beneficiaries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D817 - Check the number of maintenance beneficiaries for garnishments ?

  The SAP error message 5D817 ("Check the number of maintenance beneficiaries for garnishments") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with garnishments and maintenance beneficiaries. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or data related to the number of maintenance beneficiaries assigned to an employee.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limits: The error often arises when the number of maintenance beneficiaries (such as child support or other garnishments) exceeds the allowed limit set in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that limit the number of garnishments or maintenance beneficiaries that can be processed for a single employee.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry in the employee's payroll records can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to garnishments and maintenance beneficiaries. Ensure that the limits are set correctly according to legal requirements and company policies.
  
  Transaction codes like SPRO can be used to access the configuration settings.
  
  
  Review Employee Data: Check the employee's payroll data to see how many maintenance beneficiaries are currently assigned. You can do this using transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Adjust Beneficiaries: If the number of maintenance beneficiaries exceeds the allowed limit, you may need to remove or adjust some of them. Ensure that any changes comply with legal requirements.
  Consult Legal Guidelines: Make sure that the garnishments and maintenance beneficiaries are in line with local laws and regulations, as there may be specific rules governing the number of beneficiaries.
  Testing: After making adjustments, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on garnishment processing and maintenance beneficiary limits.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.