How To Fix HRPAYSE_MTS_CE002 - &&1: Person has negative values, record is excluded from the XML batch

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYSE_MTS_CE - HRPAYSE_MTS_CE

• Message number: 002

• Message text: &&1: Person has negative values, record is excluded from the XML batch

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYSE_MTS_CE002 - &&1: Person has negative values, record is excluded from the XML batch ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYSE_MTS_CE002 &&1: Person has negative values, record is excluded from the XML batch typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when generating XML files for payroll data transfer. This error indicates that there are negative values associated with a payroll record for a specific employee, which leads to the exclusion of that record from the XML batch file.
  Cause:
  
  
  Negative Payroll Values: The most common cause of this error is that the employee's payroll data contains negative values. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Incorrect payroll calculations.
  Adjustments or corrections that resulted in negative amounts (e.g., overpayments, deductions).
  Data entry errors in the payroll records.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the payroll module may not allow for negative values, leading to this error.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the integrity of the data, such as missing or incorrect entries that lead to negative calculations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Payroll Data: 
  
  Check the payroll records for the specific employee mentioned in the error message. Look for any negative values in the relevant fields (e.g., deductions, bonuses, etc.).
  Ensure that all payroll calculations are correct and that there are no erroneous entries.
  
  
  
  Correct Negative Values: 
  
  If you find any negative values that should not be there, correct them in the payroll system. This may involve adjusting entries or recalculating payroll for the affected period.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation: 
  
  Before generating the XML batch again, run a payroll simulation to ensure that all values are correct and that there are no negative amounts.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Review the configuration settings in the payroll module to ensure that it is set up to handle negative values appropriately, if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance on handling negative values in payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to review and adjust employee payroll data.
  Payroll Reports: Utilize payroll reports to identify any discrepancies or issues with employee payroll records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.