Why are employees' balances for a new leave type linked to their existing leave scheme zero?
This applies to all PaySpace editions.
If a new leave scheme is created under an existing leave scheme in the middle of a cycle, it will pull through to the employees' Leave Balances screen, however, the balance will be zero (for instance, a Special leave parameter was added to the Standard Leave Scheme after its initial setup).
The new leave type's balance/accrual will only take effect once the new cycle begins.
Navigate > Configuration > Human Resources > Leave Administration > Leave Scheme Parameters
To correct the employee's zero leave balance, create a leave adjustment.
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