How To Fix HRPAYDEAVMG258 - Change of transfer prevented in retroactive accounting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEAVMG - German Pension Reform

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Change of transfer prevented in retroactive accounting

What causes this issue?

In the current payroll period, the reason for the tax exemption changes
between Sec. 100 EStG and Sec. 3 No. 63 EStG without a change being made
to the transfer amount of the AVmG contract. In this case, the system
prevents an outflow of the transfer amount from the retroactive
accounting period to the current in-period. The tax code (01 = tax
exempt in accordance with Sec. 3 No. 63 EStG, 07 = tax exempt in
accordance with Sec. 100 EStG) of the note to payee of the transfer
entered using BAdI implementation <DS:SIMG.HRPAYDE_DAVMG_UW>
(HRPAYDE_DAVMG_UW)</>.

System Response

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEAVMG258 - Change of transfer prevented in retroactive accounting ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEAVMG258, which states "Change of transfer prevented in retroactive accounting," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with processing changes to employee data that are retroactive, meaning they affect past payroll periods.
  Cause:
  
  Retroactive Changes: The error usually arises when there are attempts to make changes to employee master data (like transfer, position, or organizational assignment) that are retroactive to a period where payroll has already been processed.
  Payroll Lock: The payroll period may be locked for changes, preventing any modifications to data that would affect already processed payroll results.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's data that prevent the system from processing the changes correctly.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the payroll or personnel administration settings can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Status: Ensure that the payroll for the affected period is not locked. If it is locked, you may need to unlock it or process the necessary changes in a way that does not affect already processed payroll.
  Review Retroactive Accounting Settings: Check the settings for retroactive accounting in your SAP system. Ensure that they are configured correctly to allow for the necessary changes.
  Correct Data: If there are inconsistencies in the employee data, correct them before attempting to make the changes again.
  Use the Correct Transaction: Make sure you are using the appropriate transaction codes for making changes to employee data. For example, use PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) for changes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for specific guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or customizations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Testing in Development: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to better understand the cause and test potential solutions without affecting production data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.