How To Fix RP279 - No money remaining for transfer 1: Percentage & %

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 279

• Message text: No money remaining for transfer 1: Percentage & %

What causes this issue?

You have entered a percentage for the 2nd, 3rd and 4th remittances.
The total percentage of these remittances is 100.0 %. This means
that no pay will be assigned to the 1st remittance because the
garnishable amount is split up between the other remittances.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

You have two options:
1. You have intentionally entered the 100 %. You could then
delete the 1st remittance and ignore the message.
2. Check the percentages of the individual remittances.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP279 - No money remaining for transfer 1: Percentage & % ?

  The SAP error message RP279 "No money remaining for transfer 1: Percentage & %" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with wage types and their distribution. This error indicates that there is no remaining amount available for a specific transfer, which could be due to various reasons related to payroll calculations or configurations.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Funds: The most common cause is that the total amount allocated for a specific transfer (like deductions or contributions) has already been fully utilized or is less than the required amount.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of wage types, such as incorrect percentages or amounts set for deductions or contributions.
  Payroll Results: The payroll results may not have been calculated correctly, leading to discrepancies in the amounts available for transfer.
  Master Data Issues: Employee master data may have incorrect or missing information that affects payroll calculations.
  Transfer Limits: There may be predefined limits on the amount that can be transferred, and these limits may have been reached.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Payroll Results: Check the payroll results for the employee in question to ensure that the amounts are calculated correctly. You can use transaction codes like PC_PAYRESULT to analyze the payroll results.
  Check Wage Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the relevant wage types in the SAP system. Ensure that the percentages and amounts are set correctly and that they align with the intended payroll processing.
  Adjust Master Data: Verify the employee's master data for any discrepancies that could affect payroll calculations. This includes checking for correct bank details, tax information, and other relevant data.
  Modify Transfer Amounts: If applicable, adjust the amounts or percentages for the transfers to ensure that there are sufficient funds available for the required transfers.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and PC_PAYRESULT (Display Payroll Results).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide insights into specific bugs or configuration issues that may be causing the error.
  Testing: After making any changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the transfers are processed correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.