How To Fix 5D565 - Compulsory contributions are not entered correctly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 565

• Message text: Compulsory contributions are not entered correctly

What causes this issue?

You entered the compulsory contributions either incompletely or with an
incorrect amount.
The following conditions must be met (<ZH>before 2009</>):
The general and reduced contribution rates must be entered
The increased contribution rate must not be less than the general
contribution rate
The general contribution rate must not be less than the reduced
contribution rate
The following conditions must be met (<ZH>from 2009</>):
The general and reduced contribution rates must be entered
The general contribution rate must not be less than the reduced
contribution rate

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D565 - Compulsory contributions are not entered correctly ?

  The SAP error message 5D565, which states "Compulsory contributions are not entered correctly," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with employee contributions to social security, pension funds, or other mandatory deductions. This error indicates that there is an issue with how these contributions have been configured or entered in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The contribution types may not be set up correctly in the system. This could include incorrect percentage rates, limits, or account assignments.
  Missing Data: Required fields for compulsory contributions may be missing or incorrectly filled out in the employee master data or payroll infotypes.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies between the employee's data and the contribution rules defined in the system.
  Legal Changes: Changes in legislation regarding compulsory contributions may not have been updated in the SAP system.
  Payroll Control Record: The payroll control record may not be set up correctly, preventing the processing of contributions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the relevant contribution types in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary parameters (e.g., rates, limits) are correctly defined.
  Review Employee Data: Check the employee master data and payroll infotypes (e.g., IT0014 for recurring payments and deductions, IT0015 for additional payments) to ensure that all compulsory contributions are entered correctly.
  Update Legal Changes: If there have been recent changes in legislation, ensure that the SAP system has been updated accordingly. This may involve applying patches or updates from SAP.
  Validate Payroll Control Record: Ensure that the payroll control record is correctly set up and that the payroll period is open for processing.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use SAP tools to run consistency checks on payroll data to identify any discrepancies or missing information.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PE03 (Maintain Payroll Schema), or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration and updates.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on configuring compulsory contributions and handling payroll errors.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll.