How To Fix HRPSGB_ME205 - Calculation of NI is not possible before 1.4.2000

HRPSGB_ME205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_ME - Multiple Employment Errors & Warnings

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Calculation of NI is not possible before 1.4.2000

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HRPSGB_ME205 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPSGB_ME205: Calculation of NI is not possible before 1.4.2000 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the UK, specifically related to National Insurance (NI) calculations. This error indicates that the system is attempting to calculate National Insurance contributions for a date prior to April 1, 2000, which is not permissible due to regulatory changes in the UK payroll system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Date Issue: The payroll run is being processed for a period before April 1, 2000. The UK National Insurance system underwent significant changes around this date, and the SAP payroll system is configured to prevent calculations for periods before this date.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be incorrect or outdated employee records that reference dates prior to April 1, 2000.
  
  Configuration Issues: The payroll configuration may not be set up correctly to handle historical data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Period: Ensure that the payroll period you are processing is after April