How To Fix HRGB_GBRTI116 - The NI Category cannot be B, E, O or T if gender is male.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_GBRTI - Messages for RTI

• Message number: 116

• Message text: The NI Category cannot be B, E, O or T if gender is male.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRGB_GBRTI116 - The NI Category cannot be B, E, O or T if gender is male. ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_GBRTI116 indicates that there is an issue with the National Insurance (NI) category assigned to a male employee in the payroll system. Specifically, it states that the NI category cannot be set to B, E, O, or T for male employees. This is related to the rules governing National Insurance contributions in the UK.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect NI Category Assignment: The employee's NI category has been incorrectly set to one of the restricted categories (B, E, O, or T) for a male employee.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry when setting up the employee's payroll information.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to handle the NI categories based on gender.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data in the SAP system.
  Verify the NI category assigned to the employee. If it is set to B, E, O, or T, change it to an appropriate category for male employees (e.g., A, C, D, etc.).
  
  
  
  Consult NI Category Guidelines:
  
  Refer to the guidelines provided by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) regarding NI categories to ensure that the correct category is being used based on the employee's circumstances.
  
  
  
  Update Payroll Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists across multiple employees, check the payroll configuration settings in SAP to ensure that the NI categories are correctly defined and that there are no system errors.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the employee's payroll is processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made for future reference and to assist in troubleshooting similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  NI Categories: The National Insurance categories determine how much an employee contributes to National Insurance and what benefits they are entitled to. Each category has specific rules regarding eligibility based on factors such as age, gender, and employment status.
  SAP HR Module: This error is specific to the SAP Human Resources (HR) module, which manages employee data, payroll, and compliance with local regulations.
  HMRC Guidelines: For the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding NI categories and contributions, refer to the official HMRC website or consult with a payroll specialist.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a payroll expert familiar with SAP HR configurations.