How To Fix HRPAYCH_SV_CE076 - The total of the SI bases (LGART &1) is negative (PersId &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCH_SV_CE - Social Insurance CH CE

• Message number: 076

• Message text: The total of the SI bases (LGART &1) is negative (PersId &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCH_SV_CE076 - The total of the SI bases (LGART &1) is negative (PersId &2) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCH_SV_CE076 indicates that there is an issue with the social insurance (SI) bases for a specific payroll period. The error specifically states that the total of the SI bases for a particular wage type (LGART) is negative for a given personnel ID (PersId). This typically occurs during payroll processing when the system detects that the calculated social insurance contributions are resulting in a negative value, which is not valid.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Wage Type Configuration: The wage type (LGART) may be incorrectly configured, leading to negative values being calculated.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect or missing data in the employee's master data or payroll results, such as negative amounts being entered for earnings or deductions.
  Payroll Calculation Errors: Issues in the payroll calculation logic or rules that lead to incorrect deductions or contributions.
  Retroactive Accounting: If there are retroactive changes in payroll data, it might lead to negative SI bases if previous periods are adjusted incorrectly.
  Negative Amounts in Previous Periods: If there were negative amounts in previous payroll periods that are being carried forward, it could affect the current calculation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Wage Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the wage type in the SAP system to ensure it is set up correctly. Make sure that the wage type is intended to contribute positively to the SI bases.
  Check Employee Master Data: Verify the employee's master data for any inconsistencies or errors. Ensure that all relevant fields are populated correctly.
  Analyze Payroll Results: Use transaction codes like PC_PAYRESULT to analyze the payroll results for the employee in question. Look for any negative entries that could be causing the issue.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are data entry errors, correct them in the relevant infotypes or payroll results.
  Run Payroll Simulation: Before running the actual payroll, perform a simulation to identify any potential issues. This can help catch errors before they affect the payroll run.
  Consult with Payroll Experts: If the issue persists, consult with SAP payroll experts or your internal SAP support team for further analysis and troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and PC_PAYRESULT (Display Payroll Results).
  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 social insurance contributions for additional insights and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.