How To Fix 5Z199 - Remuneration points for bonus are greater than total remuneration points

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Remuneration points for bonus are greater than total remuneration points

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z199 - Remuneration points for bonus are greater than total remuneration points ?

  The SAP error message 5Z199, which states "Remuneration points for bonus are greater than total remuneration points," typically occurs in the context of SAP HR or Payroll when there is a discrepancy between the remuneration points allocated for bonuses and the total remuneration points available for an employee.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is incorrect data entry where the bonus remuneration points have been set higher than the total remuneration points.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the remuneration points in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  Master Data Issues: The employee's master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to incorrect calculations of remuneration points.
  Calculation Logic: The logic used to calculate remuneration points for bonuses may not align with the overall remuneration points, possibly due to customizations or changes in the payroll schema.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Data Entries: Check the remuneration points assigned to the employee for both total remuneration and bonus. Ensure that the bonus points do not exceed the total points.
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is due to configuration, review the settings in the relevant infotypes (e.g., infotype 0014 for remuneration) and make necessary adjustments.
  Correct Master Data: Ensure that the employee's master data is accurate and up-to-date. This includes checking the employee's pay scale, remuneration points, and any other relevant data.
  Consult Payroll Schema: If there are customizations in the payroll schema, review the logic to ensure that it correctly calculates the remuneration points.
  Testing: After making adjustments, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  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 the relevant data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on remuneration points and how they are calculated.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 5Z199 in SAP.