How To Fix 5G766 - Late payment has been made to a leaver that has attracted NIC [OLD NI]

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 766

• Message text: Late payment has been made to a leaver that has attracted NIC [OLD NI]

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G766 - Late payment has been made to a leaver that has attracted NIC [OLD NI] ?

  The SAP error message 5G766 indicates that a late payment has been made to an employee who has already left the company, and this payment has attracted National Insurance Contributions (NIC) under the "OLD NI" category. This situation typically arises in payroll processing when there are adjustments or corrections made to payments after an employee has exited the organization.
  Cause:
  
  Late Payment: The employee received a payment after their termination date, which is not compliant with the payroll processing rules.
  NIC Implications: The payment made is subject to National Insurance Contributions, which may not be applicable for leavers under certain conditions.
  Incorrect Payroll Processing: There may have been an error in the payroll system that allowed for the processing of payments to leavers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Payment Details: Check the payment records for the leaver to confirm the nature of the late payment and ensure it was processed correctly.
  Adjust Payroll Records: If the payment was made in error, you may need to reverse the payment or adjust the payroll records accordingly.
  Consult Payroll Policies: Review your organization's payroll policies regarding payments to leavers to ensure compliance with regulations.
  Update NIC Records: If the payment is valid but needs to be reported differently, ensure that the NIC records are updated to reflect the correct status.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure how to proceed, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT department for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  National Insurance Contributions (NIC): Understand the rules surrounding NIC for employees who have left the company, as there may be specific regulations that apply.
  Payroll Processing Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with the guidelines for processing payroll for leavers to avoid similar issues in the future.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for specific instructions on handling payroll errors and messages.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and following the appropriate steps, you can resolve the issue and ensure compliance with payroll regulations.