How To Fix 5C847 - They are not assigned to a pension fund

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 847

• Message text: They are not assigned to a pension fund

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C847 - They are not assigned to a pension fund ?

  The SAP error message 5C847, which states "They are not assigned to a pension fund," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee benefits management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the employee or group of employees in question does not have a valid assignment to a pension fund, which is necessary for processing payroll deductions or contributions related to retirement benefits.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The employee may not be assigned to any pension fund in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pension fund configuration in the system may not be set up correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the employee master data, such as incorrect infotype entries.
  Inactive Pension Fund: The pension fund assigned to the employee may be inactive or not available for the current payroll period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data (usually in infotype 0000, 0001, or 0580 for pension fund assignments).
  Ensure that the employee is assigned to a valid pension fund.
  
  
  
  Assign a Pension Fund:
  
  If the employee is not assigned to any pension fund, you will need to assign them to one. This can typically be done in the relevant infotype (e.g., infotype 0580 for pension fund assignment).
  Ensure that the pension fund is active and valid for the employee's payroll area.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for pension funds in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the pension fund is correctly configured and linked to the relevant employee groups.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct pension fund assignment, consult with your HR or payroll team to determine the appropriate fund for the employee.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a payroll simulation to ensure that the error is resolved and that the employee's payroll is processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes related to pension funds, such as:
  
  Infotype 0580: Pension Fund Assignment
  Infotype 0001: Organizational Assignment
  Infotype 0002: Personal Data
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes that may be useful include:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on managing employee benefits and pension fund assignments.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5C847 and ensure that employees are correctly assigned to a pension fund in the SAP system.