How To Fix HRPBSMX1063 - Negative total amount for cumulation &1 in payroll &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSMX1 - MX Public Sector

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Negative total amount for cumulation &1 in payroll &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSMX1063 - Negative total amount for cumulation &1 in payroll &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSMX1063, which states "Negative total amount for cumulation &1 in payroll &2," typically occurs during the payroll processing in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is a negative total amount for a specific cumulation type in the payroll run, which is not allowed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Payroll Configuration: The cumulation types may not be configured correctly, leading to negative totals.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect or inconsistent data entries in the employee master data or payroll results.
  Negative Amounts in Input Data: If there are negative amounts in the input data (e.g., deductions, adjustments) that exceed the positive amounts, it can lead to a negative total.
  Retroactive Accounting Issues: If there are retroactive changes that affect previous payroll periods, it may cause inconsistencies in the cumulation amounts.
  Customizations or Enhancements: Custom code or enhancements in the payroll process may inadvertently lead to negative totals.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Payroll Configuration: Check the configuration of cumulation types in the payroll schema to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Check Employee Data: Review the employee master data and payroll results for any inconsistencies or errors. Ensure that all amounts are correctly entered and that there are no negative values that should not be there.
  Analyze Input Data: Look into the input data for the payroll run to identify any negative amounts that may be causing the issue. Adjust or correct these amounts as necessary.
  Run Payroll Simulation: Before executing the actual payroll run, perform a simulation to identify potential issues. This can help catch errors before they affect the payroll results.
  Consult with Payroll Experts: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP payroll experts or support to analyze the specific payroll run and identify the root cause.
  Check for Retroactive Accounting: If retroactive accounting is involved, ensure that all relevant changes have been processed correctly and that they do not lead to negative totals.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on payroll processing and cumulation types for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA03 (Maintain Payroll Area), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and PC00_MXX_CEDT (Payroll Results) for further analysis.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the HRPBSMX1063 error in your SAP payroll processing.