How To Fix 5F041 - Gross salaries after deduction 4 times > the social security upper limit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5F - HR F: Error Messages (France)

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Gross salaries after deduction 4 times > the social security upper limit

What causes this issue?

The amount of the gross salaries after the deduction for professional
fees is 4 times greater than the upper limit of the social security.

System Response

The system displays an error message.

How to fix this error?

Set the unemployment insurance contributions (RAC) and salary guarantee
(AGS) so that their base is limited to four times the upper limit of the
social security.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F041 - Gross salaries after deduction 4 times > the social security upper limit ?

  The SAP error message 5F041 indicates that the gross salaries after deductions exceed the social security upper limit by a factor of four. This typically occurs during payroll processing when the total gross salary for an employee exceeds the defined threshold for social security contributions.
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Gross Salary: The employee's gross salary, after accounting for deductions, is significantly higher than the social security upper limit set by the relevant authorities.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll configuration in SAP may not be aligned with the current legal limits for social security contributions.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the employee's master data or payroll data, such as incorrect salary amounts or deductions.
  Multiple Employment: If the employee has multiple jobs or income sources, the combined gross salary may exceed the limit.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Employee Data: Check the employee's master data and payroll data for accuracy. Ensure that the gross salary and deductions are correctly entered.
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings in SAP for social security limits. Ensure that the upper limit is correctly defined in the system according to the latest regulations.
  Adjust Payroll Results: If the gross salary is indeed too high, consider adjusting the payroll results or the employee's salary structure to bring it within the acceptable range.
  Consult Legal Guidelines: Refer to the latest legal guidelines regarding social security contributions to ensure compliance.
  Multiple Employment Consideration: If the employee has multiple jobs, ensure that the total income is reported correctly and that contributions are calculated based on the combined income.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates on social security configurations.
  Legal Changes: Stay updated on any changes in social security laws that may affect the upper limit.
  Testing: After making adjustments, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not recur and that the calculations are correct.
  Documentation: Maintain documentation of any changes made to employee data or payroll configurations for future reference and compliance audits.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a payroll specialist to further investigate the problem.