How To Fix 5Z198 - Voluntary remuneration points are greater than sum of remuneration points

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Voluntary remuneration points are greater than sum of remuneration points

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z198 - Voluntary remuneration points are greater than sum of remuneration points ?

  The SAP error message 5Z198, which states "Voluntary remuneration points are greater than sum of remuneration points," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or remuneration calculations within the SAP system. This error indicates that the voluntary remuneration points assigned to an employee exceed the total remuneration points that have been calculated or assigned to them.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The voluntary remuneration points may have been entered incorrectly, either manually or through an automated process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the payroll or remuneration settings that leads to incorrect calculations.
  Changes in Employee Status: If an employee's status or remuneration structure has changed (e.g., promotions, changes in job roles), it may not have been reflected in the system correctly.
  Integration Issues: If the remuneration points are being pulled from another system or module, there may be discrepancies in the data transfer.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Data Entries: Check the voluntary remuneration points entered for the employee and ensure they are correct. Compare them against the calculated remuneration points.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to remuneration points. Ensure that the rules for calculating remuneration points are set up correctly.
  Update Employee Records: If there have been recent changes to the employee's role or remuneration structure, ensure that all relevant records are updated in the system.
  Consult Payroll Reports: Generate payroll reports to analyze the remuneration points and identify any discrepancies.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to review and adjust employee data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to payroll processing and remuneration points for detailed guidance.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.