How To Fix HRGB_GBSXP872 - SBP payment: No SBP paid during SMP week (&1 - &2), so SBP paid on &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_GBSXP - Message for GBSXP

• Message number: 872

• Message text: SBP payment: No SBP paid during SMP week (&1 - &2), so SBP paid on &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRGB_GBSXP872 - SBP payment: No SBP paid during SMP week (&1 - &2), so SBP paid on &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_GBSXP872 indicates that there was no Short-term Benefit Payment (SBP) made during a specified SMP (Statutory Maternity Pay) week. This message typically arises in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with maternity leave and related payments.
  Cause:
  
  
  No SBP Recorded: The primary cause of this error is that the system did not find any SBP recorded for the specified SMP week. This could be due to:
  
  The employee did not qualify for SBP during that week.
  There was an error in the payroll processing that resulted in no SBP being calculated.
  The employee may not have been on maternity leave during that week.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the specific rules governing SBP calculations.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry related to the employee's maternity leave or payment details could lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Employee Data: Check the employee's records to ensure that all relevant data regarding their maternity leave and eligibility for SBP is correctly entered. This includes:
  
  Start and end dates of maternity leave.
  Any relevant absence types or reasons.
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration: Ensure that the payroll configuration for SBP is set up correctly. This includes:
  
  Reviewing the payroll schema and rules related to maternity pay.
  Ensuring that the correct calculation methods are being applied.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation: If possible, run a payroll simulation for the affected period to identify any discrepancies or issues in the calculations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance on handling SBP calculations and related error messages.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SMP and SBP: Understand the difference between Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) and Short-term Benefit Payment (SBP). SMP is a government-mandated payment, while SBP may refer to additional payments made by the employer.
  Payroll Processing: Familiarize yourself with the payroll processing cycle in SAP, including how to handle maternity leave and related payments.
  Error Handling: Learn about common error messages in SAP payroll and how to troubleshoot them effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.