How To Fix 5G395 - Total allowance allocated within ER Grp & is greater than &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 395

• Message text: Total allowance allocated within ER Grp & is greater than &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G395 - Total allowance allocated within ER Grp & is greater than & ?

  The SAP error message 5G395 indicates that the total allowance allocated within an Employee Group (ER Grp) exceeds a specified limit. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or employee compensation management, where allowances or benefits are allocated to employees based on certain criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Allowance Limits: The total allowances assigned to employees in a specific Employee Group exceed the predefined limits set in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect configuration settings in the payroll or benefits module that define the maximum allowable allowances for the Employee Group.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors could lead to incorrect allowance amounts being assigned to employees.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Allowance Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the Employee Group in the SAP system. Ensure that the maximum allowable allowances are correctly defined.
  Adjust Allowances: If the total allowances exceed the limit, you may need to adjust the allowances for the employees in that group. This could involve reducing the allowance amounts or redistributing them among employees.
  Consult Payroll Policies: Review the company's payroll policies to ensure that the allowances being allocated are in compliance with internal guidelines and regulations.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entered for allowances to ensure there are no errors. This may involve checking for duplicate entries or incorrect amounts.
  System Configuration: If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to adjust the system configuration to accommodate the required allowances.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like PA30 for employee master data) to review and adjust allowances.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to payroll processing and employee allowances for detailed guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the issue and proceed with the payroll processing or allowance allocation.