How To Fix 3P209 - More than one valid & PF contribution rate exist in T511K in period & - &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3P -

• Message number: 209

• Message text: More than one valid & PF contribution rate exist in T511K in period & - &

What causes this issue?

More than one valid value of MINPF or MAXPF exist in Table T511K for
the selected period.

System Response

User is alerted with Information message

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3P209 - More than one valid & PF contribution rate exist in T511K in period & - & ?

  The SAP error message 3P209 indicates that there are multiple valid contribution rates for a specific payroll area in the T511K table for a given period. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when the system encounters conflicting data regarding the contribution rates for a specific employee or group of employees.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Entries in T511K: The T511K table contains the contribution rates for various payroll areas. If there are multiple valid entries for the same period and payroll area, the system cannot determine which rate to apply.
  Incorrect Configuration: This can happen due to incorrect configuration in the payroll settings, where multiple rates have been defined for the same time frame.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been recent changes to the contribution rates, it may lead to inconsistencies in the T511K table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check T511K Table: Use transaction code SE16 or SE16N to view the T511K table. Look for entries that correspond to the payroll area and period in question. Identify if there are multiple valid entries.
  Remove Duplicates: If you find multiple entries for the same period and payroll area, you will need to determine which entry is correct and remove or deactivate the others. This may require consulting with your payroll or HR team to ensure compliance with regulations.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for payroll areas and contribution rates. Ensure that the settings are correct and that there are no overlapping periods defined.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to payroll configuration to ensure that the setup aligns with best practices.
  Testing: After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the correct contribution rates are applied.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE16/SE16N (Data Browser), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 3P209 and ensure that the payroll processing can continue without issues.