How To Fix 5G191 - Overall & NI Contributions can not be negative.Adjustment not done.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Overall & NI Contributions can not be negative.Adjustment not done.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G191 - Overall & NI Contributions can not be negative.Adjustment not done. ?

  The SAP error message 5G191 indicates that there is an issue with the overall and NI (National Insurance) contributions being negative in a payroll or financial transaction. This typically occurs during payroll processing when the system detects that the contributions calculated for an employee are less than zero, which is not permissible.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Payroll Configuration: The payroll settings may not be configured correctly, leading to negative contributions.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries in payroll data might have been incorrectly inputted, resulting in negative values.
  Incorrect Tax or Contribution Rates: Changes in tax or contribution rates that have not been updated in the system can lead to incorrect calculations.
  Negative Adjustments: If there are adjustments or corrections being made to previous payroll periods, they might inadvertently lead to negative contributions.
  Employee Status Changes: Changes in employee status (e.g., leave of absence, termination) that are not properly reflected in the payroll data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Payroll Configuration: Check the payroll configuration settings to ensure that all parameters are set correctly. This includes contribution rates and thresholds.
  Check Employee Data: Review the employee's payroll data for any incorrect entries or adjustments that may have led to negative contributions.
  Adjust Contributions: If there are adjustments being made, ensure that they are valid and do not result in negative contributions. You may need to reverse or correct any erroneous adjustments.
  Update Rates: Ensure that all tax and contribution rates are up to date in the system. If there have been recent changes, they should be reflected in the payroll configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling payroll errors and adjustments.
  Run Payroll Simulation: Before processing payroll, run a simulation to identify any potential issues with contributions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its system to address bugs and issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex payroll configurations or system errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.