How To Fix HRPAYDEPF406 - Garnishment &1: Seized amount is greater than payment amount.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Garnishment &1: Seized amount is greater than payment amount.

What causes this issue?

The garnished amount is higher than the remaining payment amount.
Total garnished amounts: &v2&
Remaining payment amount: &v3&
____________________________________
Difference: &v4&
This may be a result of the fact that there is a change of legal person
in this month.

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?

In this personnel case, check if the garnished amount is higher than the
remaining payment amount due to the change of legal person.
If this is the case, proceed as follows:
In infotype <ZK>Additional Payments</> (0015), enter a correction wage
type with a negative amount of -&v4& for the first partial period and a
correction wage type with a positive amount of &v4& for the actual
payroll partial period.
Wage type <ZK>Advance</> (M710) can be used as a template. Note that the
correction wage type must be encoded in cumulation 10.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEPF406 - Garnishment &1: Seized amount is greater than payment amount. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEPF406 indicates that there is an issue with garnishment processing in the payroll system. Specifically, it means that the amount being seized (garnished) from an employee's payment is greater than the total payment amount that the employee is supposed to receive. This situation can arise in various scenarios, such as when multiple garnishments are applied, or if there is an error in the garnishment configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Garnishment Configuration: The garnishment rules may not be set up correctly, leading to an incorrect calculation of the seized amount.
  Multiple Garnishments: If there are multiple garnishments for the same employee, the total of the garnishments may exceed the payment amount.
  Payment Amount Calculation Error: The payment amount may have been calculated incorrectly due to other deductions or errors in payroll processing.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors in the garnishment amounts or payment amounts can lead to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Garnishment Configuration: Check the configuration of the garnishment types in the system to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes verifying the limits and rules associated with each garnishment.
  Check Employee Payment Details: Review the employee's payment details to ensure that the payment amount is calculated correctly. Look for any other deductions that may be affecting the net pay.
  Adjust Garnishment Amounts: If multiple garnishments are present, consider adjusting the amounts to ensure that the total does not exceed the payment amount. This may involve prioritizing certain garnishments over others.
  Consult Payroll Documentation: Refer to the SAP payroll documentation or guidelines for garnishment processing to ensure compliance with legal requirements and correct processing.
  Run Payroll Simulation: Use the payroll simulation feature to test the payroll run for the employee in question. This can help identify where the issue lies before running the actual payroll.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Garnishment Types: Familiarize yourself with the different types of garnishments (e.g., child support, tax levies) and their specific rules.
  Legal Compliance: Ensure that garnishment processing complies with local laws and regulations, as these can vary significantly by jurisdiction.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide updates related to garnishment processing.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that payroll staff are trained on garnishment processing and that there is adequate documentation available for reference.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDEPF406 error and ensure proper garnishment processing in SAP.