How To Fix 5D477 - There is no entitlement to retirement pension.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 477

• Message text: There is no entitlement to retirement pension.

What causes this issue?

You have selected the UI indicator 2 (half contribution).
To make the employment of pensioners more attractive to employers, as of
January 1, 2017, no other amount has to be paid for unemployment
insurance (UI indicator 0 - no insurance liability) after employees have
reached the standard retirement age. Up until now, the employer's
contribution for unemployment insurance (UI indicator 2 - half
contribution) had to be paid.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

As there is no entitlement to a retirement pension, you can neither use
the UI indicator 2 nor 0.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D477 - There is no entitlement to retirement pension. ?

  The SAP error message 5D477, which states "There is no entitlement to retirement pension," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with employee benefits and retirement plans. This error indicates that the system has determined that the employee does not meet the necessary criteria to qualify for a retirement pension.
  Causes:
  
  Eligibility Criteria Not Met: The employee may not have met the required years of service, age, or other eligibility criteria defined in the retirement plan.
  Incorrect Configuration: The retirement plan may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to incorrect eligibility assessments.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be missing or incorrect data in the employee's master data (e.g., date of birth, employment status, etc.) that affects eligibility.
  Plan Settings: The settings for the retirement plan may not include the employee's specific situation (e.g., part-time status, temporary employment).
  Legal or Policy Changes: Changes in laws or company policies regarding retirement benefits may not have been updated in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Eligibility Criteria: Check the eligibility criteria for the retirement pension plan to ensure that the employee meets all requirements.
  Verify Employee Data: Ensure that the employee's master data is complete and accurate, including employment history, age, and other relevant information.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the retirement plan in SAP to ensure it is set up correctly and that all necessary parameters are defined.
  Consult with HR: If there are uncertainties regarding eligibility, consult with the HR department or the benefits administrator for clarification.
  Update System Settings: If there have been recent changes in policies or laws, ensure that these changes are reflected in the SAP system settings.
  Run Reports: Use SAP reporting tools to analyze employee data and identify any discrepancies that may be causing the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the HCM module, specifically sections related to benefits and retirement plans.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training: Consider training for HR personnel on managing employee benefits and understanding the configuration of retirement plans in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further assistance.