5G886 - Security payment to a leaver; tax code BR (Wk1/Mth1) used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 886

• Message text: Security payment to a leaver; tax code BR (Wk1/Mth1) used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G886 - Security payment to a leaver; tax code BR (Wk1/Mth1) used ?

  The SAP error message 5G886, which indicates "Security payment to a leaver; tax code BR (Wk1/Mth1) used," typically arises in the context of payroll processing when dealing with employees who have left the organization. This error is related to the handling of tax codes and the payment of security or final payments to employees who are no longer with the company.
  Cause:
  
  Tax Code Misconfiguration: The error suggests that the tax code BR (Basic Rate) is being applied incorrectly to a leaver's payment. The BR tax code is generally used for emergency tax situations and may not be appropriate for final payments to leavers.
  Payment Type: The payment being processed may not be set up correctly in the payroll system for leavers, leading to the application of the wrong tax code.
  Payroll Configuration: There may be issues in the payroll configuration settings that do not properly handle leaver payments, especially regarding tax calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Tax Code Assignment: Check the tax code assigned to the leaver's payment. Ensure that the correct tax code is being used for final payments. If BR is not appropriate, consider using the correct tax code based on the employee's tax status.
  Adjust Payroll Settings: Review the payroll configuration for leavers to ensure that it is set up to handle final payments correctly. This may involve adjusting the payroll schema or rules that govern how payments are processed for leavers.
  Consult Payroll Documentation: Refer to SAP payroll documentation or guidelines specific to your organization to ensure compliance with local tax regulations and proper handling of leaver payments.
  Test in a Sandbox Environment: If changes are made to the configuration, test the payroll run in a sandbox environment to ensure that the error is resolved before applying changes in the production environment.
  Seek Expert Assistance: If the issue persists, consider consulting with an SAP payroll expert or your internal HR/payroll team for further analysis and resolution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Codes: Understanding the different tax codes and their implications is crucial for payroll processing. Familiarize yourself with the tax codes applicable in your region and their specific use cases.
  Leaver Payments: Ensure that your organization has a clear policy and process for handling payments to employees who leave, including any final salary, holiday pay, or other entitlements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling leaver payments in your version of SAP.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring the correct tax code is applied, you should be able to resolve the error message 5G886 effectively.