How To Fix 5Z852 - Comparison remuneration is less than the value of level 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 852

• Message text: Comparison remuneration is less than the value of level 1

What causes this issue?

System Response

Pension recipient with a lower comparison remuneration than that of
level 1 of the base salary table are assigned to level 1.

How to fix this error?

You should check the personnel case.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z852 - Comparison remuneration is less than the value of level 1 ?

  The SAP error message 5Z852, which states "Comparison remuneration is less than the value of level 1," typically occurs in the context of compensation management or payroll processing within SAP. This error indicates that the remuneration being compared (likely for a specific employee or position) is lower than the minimum value defined for a particular pay level or grade.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The pay scale or remuneration levels may not be configured correctly in the system. This could involve incorrect minimum values set for the pay levels.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the employee's remuneration data, such as incorrect salary entries or missing information.
  Policy Changes: Changes in compensation policies or structures that have not been updated in the SAP system can lead to discrepancies.
  Collective Agreements: If the organization is bound by collective agreements, the remuneration might not meet the minimum requirements set by these agreements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Pay Scale Configuration: Check the configuration of the pay scale and ensure that the minimum values for each level are set correctly. This can be done in the SAP configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Verify Employee Data: Review the employee's remuneration data to ensure that it is entered correctly. Look for any discrepancies or missing information.
  Update Remuneration: If the remuneration is indeed lower than the defined level, consider updating the employee's salary to meet the minimum requirements.
  Consult with HR/Payroll: If there are changes in policies or collective agreements, consult with the HR or payroll department to ensure that the system reflects the latest requirements.
  Testing: After making changes, test the payroll or compensation process again to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for configuration.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to compensation management and payroll processing for additional insights.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to remuneration data and configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the error message 5Z852 effectively.