How To Fix HRGB_LGPS012 - LGPS: 1st payroll in year flag overridden

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_LGPS - HR: Messages for LGPS

• Message number: 012

• Message text: LGPS: 1st payroll in year flag overridden

What causes this issue?

You are processing period '01' for this payroll year, but the previous
payroll period's result had a Cumulative Results Table (CRT) that didn't
contain ANY wage types. So the standard global switch has not been set

System Response

This is such a rare scenario that is has been by-passed by setting the
switch locally to 'X' if it is not set to 'X' and the payroll period
being processed is '01'.

How to fix this error?

You should do nothing.
However, you may want to consider whether this is scenario is actually
correct. This would normally only happen if an employee had been active
during the previous Payroll Year but has not been paid.

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 HRGB_LGPS012 - LGPS: 1st payroll in year flag overridden ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_LGPS012, which states "LGPS: 1st payroll in year flag overridden," typically occurs in the context of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) in the UK. This error indicates that the system has detected an issue with the payroll processing related to the first payroll run of the year for an employee who is part of the LGPS.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll configuration for the LGPS may not be set up correctly, particularly regarding the handling of the first payroll run of the year.
  Employee Master Data: There may be issues with the employee's master data, such as incorrect pension scheme details or missing information that is required for the payroll processing.
  Payroll Control Record: The payroll control record may not be set correctly for the year, leading to the system overriding the first payroll flag.
  Previous Payroll Runs: If there have been adjustments or corrections made to previous payroll runs, it may affect the current payroll processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the LGPS in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings for the first payroll run of the year are correctly defined.
  Verify that the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0580 for pension scheme) are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data for any inconsistencies or missing information related to the pension scheme.
  Ensure that the employee is correctly assigned to the LGPS and that all necessary infotypes are populated.
  
  
  
  Examine Payroll Control Record:
  
  Check the payroll control record for the relevant period to ensure it is set up correctly for the current payroll year.
  Make sure that the payroll period is correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  If possible, run a payroll simulation for the employee to identify any issues that may arise during the payroll calculation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to LGPS and payroll processing for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates to the LGPS configuration.
  LGPS Regulations: Familiarize yourself with the latest regulations and requirements for the LGPS, as changes in legislation may impact payroll processing.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to troubleshoot without affecting live payroll processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRGB_LGPS012 error in your SAP system.