How To Fix HRPAYFR_DSN_POST037 - A negative amount (&1) exists for: &2 (block 20 cleared at 0EUR).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFR_DSN_POST - Message class for the POSTprocess of the DSN

• Message number: 037

• Message text: A negative amount (&1) exists for: &2 (block 20 cleared at 0EUR).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFR_DSN_POST037 - A negative amount (&1) exists for: &2 (block 20 cleared at 0EUR). ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFR_DSN_POST037 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP HR module, particularly for the French payroll (as indicated by the prefix "HRPAYFR"). This error indicates that there is a negative amount for a specific payroll component, which is causing issues during the posting process.
  Cause:
  
  
  Negative Amounts: The error specifically points out that there is a negative amount (e.g., a deduction or adjustment) for a payroll component that should not have a negative value. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Incorrect payroll calculations.
  Manual adjustments that resulted in a negative value.
  Data entry errors in the payroll results.
  Incorrect configuration of wage types or payroll components.
  
  
  
  Cleared Block: The message mentions "block 20 cleared at 0 EUR," which indicates that the payroll block (in this case, block 20) has been cleared, but the system is trying to post a negative amount, which is not allowed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Payroll Results: Check the payroll results for the employee in question. Look for any wage types or deductions that have negative values. You can do this using transaction codes like PC_PAYRESULT or PA03 to analyze the payroll results.
  
  
  Adjust Negative Amounts: If you find any incorrect negative amounts, you will need to adjust them. This could involve:
  
  Correcting the wage type configuration.
  Making necessary adjustments in the payroll results.
  Ensuring that any manual entries are valid and correctly calculated.
  
  
  
  Re-run Payroll: After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the payroll for the affected period to ensure that the calculations are correct and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the payroll schema and wage types to ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes checking for any rules that might inadvertently allow negative amounts.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing for any specific guidelines or known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and data in your system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA03 (Maintain Payroll Results), PC_PAYRESULT (Display Payroll Results), and PE51 (Maintain Form for Payroll).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Payroll Configuration: Understanding the payroll configuration in your SAP system is crucial for resolving issues related to payroll processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.