How To Fix 5D212 - Social fund missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Social fund missing

What causes this issue?

The employee was not assigned to a social fund (construction industry).

System Response

The employee can not be considered for settlements, data medium
exchange with the social funds, and so on.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid social fund key.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D212 - Social fund missing ?

  The SAP error message 5D212, which indicates "Social fund missing," typically arises in the context of payroll processing or employee benefits management within the SAP system. This error suggests that there is a missing configuration or data related to social funds for an employee or a group of employees.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The social fund may not be configured in the system for the relevant employee group or for the specific payroll area.
  Employee Master Data: The employee's master data may not have the necessary information related to social funds, such as the social fund type or contributions.
  Payroll Area Settings: The payroll area settings may not include the necessary social fund configurations.
  Country-Specific Regulations: In some cases, the error may arise due to country-specific regulations that require certain social fund contributions that have not been set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction) and ensure that the social fund is properly defined for the relevant employee group and payroll area.
  Ensure that the social fund types are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee master data (using transaction PA30) and check if the social fund information is correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the employee has the necessary infotype (e.g., IT0014 for recurring payments and deductions) filled out with the correct social fund details.
  
  
  
  Payroll Area Settings:
  
  Check the payroll area settings to ensure that the social fund is included in the payroll processing for that area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any country-specific documentation or guidelines that may provide insights into the required social fund contributions and configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes related to social funds, such as IT0014 (Recurring Payments and Deductions) and IT0580 (Social Fund).
  Country-Specific Settings: Be aware that social fund requirements can vary significantly by country, so ensure compliance with local regulations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll configurations.