How To Fix HRPAY00DME020 - Negative transfer amount for & & & &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY00DME - Messages for the data medium exchange preliminary program

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Negative transfer amount for & & & &.

What causes this issue?

Sender &v1&, recipient key &v2&, wage type &v3&, and payment method &v4&
produce a negative transfer amount.

System Response

A debit memo can not be created automatically. The payment is not
processed.
If it is an update run, the relevant BT entries are, however,
highlighted as 'transferred' in the payroll result of the individual
personnel numbers.

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

How to fix this error?

The negative transfer amount must be taken manually from the account of
the recipient.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY00DME020 - Negative transfer amount for & & & &. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY00DME020, which indicates a "Negative transfer amount," typically arises in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with transfer amounts in the payroll system. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during the processing of payroll results, when transferring amounts between different accounts or cost centers, or when handling employee benefits.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Values: The error usually indicates that there is an attempt to process a negative transfer amount, which is not allowed in the context of the payroll processing.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the specific wage types involved in the transfer.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to negative amounts being recorded inadvertently.
  Incorrect Master Data: Employee master data or infotype records may have incorrect values that lead to negative calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Payroll Results: Check the payroll results for the employee in question to identify where the negative transfer amount is being generated. This can be done using transaction codes like PC_PAYRESULT or PE03.
  Check Wage Types: Review the wage types involved in the transfer. Ensure that they are configured correctly and that they do not allow negative values where they shouldn't.
  Correct Master Data: Verify the employee's master data (infotypes) to ensure that all relevant fields are populated correctly and that there are no erroneous entries.
  Adjust Payroll Schema: If the issue is related to the payroll schema, you may need to adjust the schema to handle the transfer amounts correctly. This may require the assistance of a payroll consultant or SAP expert.
  Run Simulation: Before running the actual payroll, consider running a simulation to identify any potential issues with negative amounts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR specialist or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.