How To Fix HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_ST506 - Effective sixth(&) < exempt. limit (&): Rolling for & /4JX with &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_ST - Message Class for Tax Calculation in ABAP-OO

• Message number: 506

• Message text: Effective sixth(&) < exempt. limit (&): Rolling for & /4JX with &

What causes this issue?

During the course of the calendar year, the effective sixth &V1& dropped
below the exemption limit &V2& (EStG ?67 Para. 1). Consequently, too
high a portion of the special payment was taxed.

System Response

The system terminates payroll for this person.

How to fix this error?

In infotype 0014, as of &V3& enter the default sixth (/4JX) with the
amount of the effective sixth (/4JW) &V1&, starting on &V3& for all
periods up to the current for-period. Then run payroll again with forced
retroactive accounting for &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

For more information, see SAP Note 2853953.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_ST506 - Effective sixth(&) < exempt. limit (&): Rolling for & /4JX with & ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_ST506 typically relates to payroll processing in the SAP HR module, specifically in the context of payroll calculations for employees in Austria. This error indicates that there is an issue with the effective exemption limit for a specific payroll component, which is not being met.
  Cause:
  The error message Effective sixth(&) < exempt. limit (&): Rolling for & /4JX with & suggests that the payroll system is trying to process a value that exceeds the allowable exemption limit for a specific payroll component. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The exemption limits for payroll components may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect or missing data in the employee's payroll master data or infotypes.
  Changes in Legislation: Changes in tax laws or payroll regulations that have not been updated in the system.
  Payroll Period Issues: The payroll period being processed may not align with the exemption limits set in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the payroll components involved. Ensure that the exemption limits are set correctly in the system.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under Payroll -> Payroll Austria -> Exemption Limits.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data: Check the employee's payroll master data (infotypes) to ensure that all relevant information is correctly entered and up to date.
  
  Pay special attention to infotypes related to tax exemptions and deductions.
  
  
  
  Update Payroll Schema: If there have been recent changes in legislation, ensure that the payroll schema and rules are updated accordingly to reflect these changes.
  
  
  Run a Simulation: Before processing the payroll, run a simulation to identify any potential issues with the payroll calculations. This can help pinpoint the exact cause of the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP notes or documentation related to payroll processing in Austria for any specific updates or patches that may address this issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  Payroll Processing: Familiarize yourself with the payroll processing steps in SAP, especially for the Austrian payroll, to understand how exemption limits are applied.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to analyze the problem without affecting live data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_ST506 error in your SAP system.