How To Fix HRPAYDEPF086 - Credit available, please clear with status &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEPF - Error messages for German infotype module pools: garnishment

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Credit available, please clear with status &1

What causes this issue?

You want to set the status of a garnishment to 'repaid'. However, there
is still credit for this garnishment. You must first settle this credit
in the next payroll before you can set the status to 'repaid'.

How to fix this error?

Use status &V1&.
Settle the credit in the next payroll run. To do this, choose the 'Pay
balance' function from the menu.
After the credit is balanced, you can set the status of the garnishment
to 'repaid'.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEPF086 - Credit available, please clear with status &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEPF086, which states "Credit available, please clear with status &1," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP HR module. This message indicates that there is a credit balance that needs to be addressed before proceeding with further payroll activities.
  Cause:
  
  Uncleared Balances: The error usually arises when there are outstanding amounts or credits in the payroll accounts that have not been cleared or processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of payroll accounts or the way deductions and credits are set up in the system.
  Pending Actions: There might be pending actions or approvals that need to be completed before the payroll can be finalized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Payroll Results: Check the payroll results for the employee(s) in question to identify any outstanding credits or balances. You can do this using transaction codes like PC_PAYRESULT or PE03.
  Clear Balances: If there are credits that need to be cleared, ensure that the necessary actions are taken to process these credits. This may involve adjusting payroll results or processing additional transactions to clear the balances.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to payroll processing, particularly those concerning deductions and credits. Ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after reviewing the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  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 message or provide additional context on how to resolve it.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.