How To Fix HRPAYDEMUSCHG_BV158 - Total gross amount (incl. equalization amount) in SI split period &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEMUSCHG_BV - Maternity Protection Act - Prohibited Activities

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Total gross amount (incl. equalization amount) in SI split period &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEMUSCHG_BV158 - Total gross amount (incl. equalization amount) in SI split period &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEMUSCHG_BV158 typically relates to issues in the payroll processing, specifically concerning the total gross amount in a split period for social insurance (SI) calculations. This error can occur in the context of payroll processing when there are discrepancies in the gross amounts reported for employees, particularly when dealing with equalization amounts.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The total gross amount reported in the payroll run does not match the expected values due to inconsistencies in the data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the rules governing the calculation of the gross amounts.
  Split Period Issues: The error may arise when payroll is processed for a split period, and the system is unable to correctly calculate the total gross amount, including any equalization amounts.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: Employee master data or infotypes related to payroll may be missing or incorrectly maintained, leading to discrepancies in calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Results: Review the payroll results for the affected employee(s) to identify any discrepancies in the gross amounts. Use transaction codes like PC_PAYRESULT to analyze the payroll results.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the payroll schema and rules are correctly configured. Check for any recent changes that may have affected the calculations.
  Validate Master Data: Verify that the employee master data (infotypes such as IT0008 for basic pay, IT0014 for recurring payments, etc.) is complete and accurate.
  Adjust Split Period Settings: If the error is related to a split period, ensure that the split period settings are correctly defined and that the system is able to handle the calculations for that period.
  Run Simulation: Perform a payroll simulation to see if the error persists. This can help identify the specific conditions under which the error occurs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and PC00_MXX_CEDT (Payroll Results).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates that could resolve the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.