How To Fix HRPAYDEST474 - Number of employees calculated for key figure &1 is negative.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEST - Message Class: Taxes Germany

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Number of employees calculated for key figure &1 is negative.

What causes this issue?

The number of employees calculated for key figure &V1& is negative.

System Response

The employment tax notification cannot be issued.

How to fix this error?

Check the External Data view. The total of a number in the external data
and the number of employees selected by the report may not be negative.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEST474 - Number of employees calculated for key figure &1 is negative. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEST474 indicates that there is an issue with the calculation of the number of employees for a specific key figure in the payroll process. This error typically arises when the system attempts to calculate a value that results in a negative number, which is not valid in this context.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data or infotype records for employees. This could include incorrect or missing data related to employment status, payroll status, or other relevant fields.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the payroll process or the key figure in question may be incorrect, leading to erroneous calculations.
  Negative Values in Input Data: If there are negative values in the input data (e.g., deductions, adjustments) that are not handled properly, it could lead to a negative count of employees.
  Time Evaluation Issues: Problems with time evaluation results, such as incorrect time data or absence records, can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Review the master data for the employees involved. Ensure that all relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0000, IT0001, IT0002, etc.) are correctly maintained and do not contain any inconsistencies.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the payroll process and the specific key figure. Ensure that the calculations are set up correctly and that there are no conflicting settings.
  Analyze Input Data: Look into the input data used for payroll processing. Ensure that there are no negative values or erroneous entries that could affect the calculation.
  Run Time Evaluation: If applicable, run the time evaluation process again to ensure that all time-related data is correctly processed and that there are no outstanding issues.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll calculation process to identify where the negative value is being generated. This may require technical expertise in SAP ABAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and key figure calculations for additional insights.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll.