How To Fix HRPAY99LOAN051 - No balance remains open at the start of regular repayments on &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99LOAN - International Payroll: Company Loans

• Message number: 051

• Message text: No balance remains open at the start of regular repayments on &1

What causes this issue?

You want to calculate the installment for a company loan. However, the
loan has already been completely settled before the start of the
regular repayment. This can occur if the employee has already made a
special repayment which completely eradicates the loan
before the start of the regular repayment.

System Response

The system does not change the existing repayment.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99LOAN051 - No balance remains open at the start of regular repayments on &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99LOAN051 indicates that there is no balance remaining for a loan at the start of regular repayments. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when the system attempts to initiate loan repayments for an employee, but finds that the loan balance has already been fully repaid or is not correctly recorded.
  Cause:
  
  Loan Fully Repaid: The loan may have already been fully repaid, and there are no outstanding amounts to deduct.
  Incorrect Loan Configuration: The loan might not be set up correctly in the system, leading to discrepancies in the balance.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry related to the loan, such as incorrect amounts or dates.
  Timing Issues: The repayment schedule may not align with the payroll processing period, leading to the system not recognizing any outstanding balance.
  System Configuration: There could be issues with the configuration of the payroll or loan management module in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Loan Balance: Verify the loan balance in the system to ensure that it is indeed outstanding. You can do this by checking the employee's loan records.
  Review Loan Setup: Ensure that the loan is set up correctly in the system, including the repayment terms, amounts, and dates.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are any discrepancies in the loan data, correct them in the system.
  Adjust Repayment Schedule: If the repayment schedule is misaligned, adjust it to ensure that it corresponds with the payroll processing periods.
  Consult with Payroll Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your payroll administrator or SAP support team for further assistance.
  Run Payroll Simulation: Before running the actual payroll, perform a simulation to identify any potential issues with loan repayments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_M99_CWTR (Payroll Driver) to check and manage employee loan data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to payroll and loan management for detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.