How To Fix 5O663 - Employee is not a candidate for a penalty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5O - Notifications in the Master Data Area (Austria)

• Message number: 663

• Message text: Employee is not a candidate for a penalty

What causes this issue?

Employees with an extra premium must be 51 or older. However, this
employee is only &V1& years old according to the date of birth in
<ZH>Personal Data</> infotype (0002).

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the entry of bases for an extra premium is correct for this
particular employee.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5O663 - Employee is not a candidate for a penalty ?

  The SAP error message 5O663 ("Employee is not a candidate for a penalty") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee evaluations within the SAP system, particularly in modules related to Human Capital Management (HCM) or Payroll.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the employee in question does not meet the criteria set in the system to be considered for a penalty. This could be due to several reasons, such as:
  
  Employee Status: The employee may not be in a status that allows for penalties (e.g., they might be on leave, inactive, or have a specific employment status that excludes them from penalties).
  Penalty Criteria: The criteria defined in the system for applying penalties may not include this employee. This could be due to their role, department, or other attributes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that need to be reviewed to ensure that the employee is correctly categorized for penalty assessment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify the current status of the employee in the system. Ensure that they are active and eligible for penalties.
  Review Penalty Criteria: Look into the criteria defined for penalties in the system. This may involve checking the configuration settings in the relevant infotypes or penalty rules.
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If you are unsure about the criteria or the employee's status, consult with your HR or payroll team to understand the specific rules that apply to penalties.
  System Configuration: If necessary, work with your SAP administrator or consultant to review and adjust the configuration settings related to penalties to ensure they align with your organization's policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific error messages and provide guidance on resolution.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to payroll processing and penalty assessments to understand the underlying logic and configuration.
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the employee is now correctly identified as a candidate for penalties if applicable.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.