How To Fix 5F308 - Employee & : modified base below the minimum distribution & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 308

• Message text: Employee & : modified base below the minimum distribution & &

What causes this issue?

You entered a value lower than the minimum distribution during
modification of the profit sharing calculation base.

System Response

The system interrupts processing.

How to fix this error?

In table T5F3B, consult the minimum distribution value (calculated in
proportion to the employee's period of presence during the fiscal year).
Modify accordingly your entry for the calculation base.

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 5F308 - Employee & : modified base below the minimum distribution & & ?

  The SAP error message 5F308 typically indicates that there is an issue with the employee's base salary or compensation structure, specifically that it has been modified below the minimum distribution threshold set in the system. This error often arises in the context of payroll processing or employee compensation management.
  Cause:
  
  Modification of Salary: The employee's salary or compensation has been adjusted to a value that is lower than the minimum allowed by the system configuration.
  Configuration Settings: The minimum distribution settings in the payroll or compensation module may not align with the current employee's salary structure.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during salary adjustments or updates can lead to this error.
  Collective Agreements: If the employee is covered by a collective agreement, the new salary may not comply with the minimum wage or salary requirements defined in that agreement.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Employee Salary: Check the employee's current salary and compare it with the minimum distribution settings in the system. Ensure that the salary is above the minimum threshold.
  Adjust Salary: If the salary is below the minimum, adjust it to meet or exceed the minimum distribution requirement.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to salary distribution and minimum wage requirements. Ensure that they are set correctly.
  Consult with HR/Payroll: If you are unsure about the minimum distribution settings or how to adjust the salary, consult with your HR or payroll department for guidance.
  Review Collective Agreements: If applicable, ensure that the salary adjustments comply with any relevant collective agreements or labor laws.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to review and adjust employee data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on salary adjustments and minimum distribution settings.
  Testing: After making adjustments, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP experts for further troubleshooting.