Message type: E = Error
Message class:  HRPADCO_SEV - HR-CO: Severance payment messages 
Message number: 031
Message text: Advance payment balance to be deposited (reason 02)
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The SAP error message HRPADCO_SEV031, which indicates "Advance payment balance to be deposited (reason 02)," typically arises in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error is related to the handling of advance payments made to employees, particularly when there are outstanding balances that need to be addressed.
Cause: The error message is triggered when there is an advance payment balance that has not been properly accounted for or deposited. The specific reason "02" usually indicates that the advance payment has not been cleared or settled, which means that the system is unable to process payroll or other related transactions until this issue is resolved.
Solution: To resolve this error, you can follow these steps: Check Advance Payment Records: Navigate to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0015 - Additional Payments) to review the advance payment records for the employee in question. Ensure that the advance payment amount is correctly
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