How To Fix 5H095 - Choice of garnishable amt. per garn. is only for preferential garnishmts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5H - Garnishment Messages (Austria)

• Message number: 095

• Message text: Choice of garnishable amt. per garn. is only for preferential garnishmts

Austria only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5H095 - Choice of garnishable amt. per garn. is only for preferential garnishmts ?

  The SAP error message 5H095 ("Choice of garnishable amt. per garn. is only for preferential garnishments") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when dealing with garnishments. This error indicates that there is an issue with how garnishments are being processed in the system, specifically regarding the classification of garnishments as preferential or non-preferential.
  Cause:
  
  Garnishment Type Misconfiguration: The garnishment type may not be correctly set up in the system. Preferential garnishments have specific rules and configurations that differ from non-preferential ones.
  Incorrect Garnishment Amounts: The garnishable amounts may not be correctly defined for the specific garnishment type being processed.
  Payroll Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the payroll configuration settings that dictate how garnishments are handled.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the employee's garnishment records can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Garnishment Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for garnishments in SAP (usually found in the IMG under Payroll).
  Ensure that the garnishment types are correctly defined as preferential or non-preferential.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Garnishment Records:
  
  Check the specific employee's garnishment records to ensure that the garnishable amounts are correctly entered and that the garnishment type is appropriate.
  Make sure that the garnishment is set up correctly in the employee's master data.
  
  
  
  Adjust Garnishable Amounts:
  
  If the garnishable amounts are incorrectly set, adjust them according to the legal requirements and company policies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to garnishments to ensure compliance with the necessary configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to see if the error persists. This will help confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue continues after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP payroll expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Garnishments in Payroll: Garnishments are court-ordered deductions from an employee's paycheck, and they can be classified as preferential (e.g., child support) or non-preferential (e.g., tax levies).
  Legal Compliance: It's essential to ensure that garnishments comply with local laws and regulations, as improper handling can lead to legal issues for the employer.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on garnishment processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 5H095 in SAP.