How To Fix HRPAYDEAVMG257 - Check wage Sec. 100 EStG in period &1. Default: &2 EUR.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEAVMG - German Pension Reform

• Message number: 257

• Message text: Check wage Sec. 100 EStG in period &1. Default: &2 EUR.

What causes this issue?

Termination following too many repeat payroll runs

System Response

From one repeat payroll run to the next, the wage according to Sec. 100
EStG fluctuates in and around the limit amount for a subsidy according
to Sec. 100 EStG.

How to fix this error?

Check if this problem can be solved by manually entering the subsidy
amount Sec. 100 EStG. To do so, manually enter the wage according to
Sec. 100 EStG for the payroll period entered using a task of model wage
type <DS:HRDS.DSYSLO_ECDWTYP_M857AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA01_1VVV>M857</> in
infotype 'Additional Payments' (IT0015). Using the amount entered, you
decide if a subsidy according to Sec. 100 EStG applies to the relevant
employee. The default value entered for the amount of the wage to be
manually entered originates from the preliminary wage according to Sec.
100 EStG (wage type <DS:HRDS.DSYSLO_ECDWTYP_D45YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA01_HVVV>
/45Y</>) after triggering the first repeat payroll run (as a result of
the wage according to Sec. 100 EStG).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEAVMG257 - Check wage Sec. 100 EStG in period &1. Default: &2 EUR. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEAVMG257 typically relates to issues with wage tax calculations in the payroll process, specifically concerning the German Income Tax Act (EStG). This error indicates that there is a discrepancy or issue with the wage tax amount for a specific period.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Wage Data: The wage amount for the employee in the specified period may not align with the expected values defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect settings in the payroll configuration related to wage tax calculations.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries in the payroll data might have been incorrectly entered, leading to discrepancies.
  Tax Class Changes: Changes in the employee's tax class or other relevant parameters may not have been updated correctly in the system.
  Legislative Changes: Changes in tax laws or regulations that have not been reflected in the system configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Wage Data: Review the wage data for the employee in the specified period. Ensure that the amounts are correct and align with the expected values.
  Review Configuration: Check the payroll configuration settings related to wage tax calculations. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to the latest regulations.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are manual entries, verify and correct any errors in the payroll data.
  Update Tax Class: If there have been changes to the employee's tax class, ensure that these changes are reflected in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Review any recent changes in tax legislation that may affect payroll calculations and ensure that the system is updated accordingly.
  Run Payroll Simulation: Use the payroll simulation feature to identify any discrepancies before running the actual payroll.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide updates on configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP HR documentation for detailed information on wage tax calculations and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP HR team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the HRPAYDEAVMG257 error message.