How To Fix 5G097 - Negative car price and full car benefit not allowed: values set to zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Negative car price and full car benefit not allowed: values set to zero

What causes this issue?

The total sum of the car list price plus accessories less capital
contributions by the employee is negative. However, the car price and
full car benefit are not allowed to be negative.

System Response

The car price and full car benefit will be set to zero.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G097 - Negative car price and full car benefit not allowed: values set to zero ?

  The SAP error message 5G097 indicates that there is an issue with the pricing of a car benefit in the context of employee benefits or vehicle management. Specifically, the error states that a negative car price and full car benefit are not allowed, and as a result, the values have been set to zero.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Car Price: This error typically arises when the system encounters a negative value for the car price. This could happen due to incorrect data entry, configuration issues, or a calculation error in the pricing logic.
  Full Car Benefit: The system may be configured to not allow a full car benefit when the car price is negative. This is a business rule that prevents the assignment of benefits that do not make sense financially.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entry: Review the entries related to the car benefit and ensure that the car price is entered correctly. Look for any negative values that should not be there.
  Review Configuration: If the data entry is correct, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to car benefits and pricing. Ensure that the rules governing car pricing and benefits are set up correctly.
  Adjust Pricing Logic: If there are calculations involved in determining the car price, review the logic to ensure it does not produce negative values under normal circumstances.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling car benefits and pricing to ensure compliance with business rules.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the relevant configuration or data entry screens (e.g., PA30 for employee master data).
  Business Rules: Understand the business rules that govern car benefits in your organization, as these may affect how the system processes car pricing and benefits.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.