How To Fix HRPBSDEVAVG193 - Special payment amount without difference is greater than special payment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSDEVAVG - HR-VADM: Public Sector Pensions Act

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Special payment amount without difference is greater than special payment

What causes this issue?

The amount in the "Spec. Paymt w/o Diff" field is larger than the amount
in the "Special Payment" field.

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 the "Spec. Paymt w/o Diff" field, enter a value that does not exceed
the special payment amount.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSDEVAVG193 - Special payment amount without difference is greater than special payment ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSDEVAVG193 indicates that there is an issue with the special payment amount in the payroll processing. Specifically, it means that the special payment amount entered is greater than the total special payment amount that is allowed or expected in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when processing bonuses, overtime payments, or other special payments.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The special payment amount may have been entered incorrectly, leading to a discrepancy.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the payroll configuration settings that define how special payments are calculated and processed.
  Payroll Schema Issues: The payroll schema may not be correctly set up to handle special payments, leading to miscalculations.
  Master Data Issues: Employee master data may not be correctly maintained, affecting the calculation of special payments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data Entry: Check the special payment amount entered in the payroll run. Ensure that it is correct and does not exceed the total special payment amount.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Examine the payroll configuration settings related to special payments. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to your organization's policies.
  Check Payroll Schema: Review the payroll schema to ensure that it is correctly configured to handle special payments. Look for any customizations that may affect the calculation.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that the employee master data is accurate and up-to-date. Check for any discrepancies that may affect the special payment calculations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling special payments and resolving related errors.
  Testing: If changes are made to configuration or master data, perform a test payroll run to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.