How To Fix 5D687 - &1 is exempt from adjustment due to contribution cap of &2

5D687 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 687

• Message text: &1 is exempt from adjustment due to contribution cap of &2

What causes this issue?

A contribution limit (HI max.) in the amount of &V2& is entered for the
valid record for the pensioner in infotype 0013.

System Response

The monthly income threshold of &V3& that is valid at this point is
below the income threshold entered in the infotype. This is incorrect,
so no adjustment is made.

How to fix this error?

Check the HI max. entered in the infotype.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D687 - &1 is exempt from adjustment due to contribution cap of &2 ?

  The SAP error message "5D687 &1 is exempt from adjustment due to contribution cap of &2" typically relates to payroll processing, specifically in the context of employee contributions to benefits or retirement plans. This error indicates that an employee's contributions have reached a predefined cap, and therefore, any further adjustments or contributions are not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Contribution Cap Reached: The employee has reached the maximum allowable contribution limit for a specific benefit or retirement plan. This cap is often set by regulatory bodies or company policy.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect settings in the payroll configuration that do not align with the intended contribution limits.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry regarding employee contributions or limits may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contribution Limits: Check the contribution limits set for the employee's benefit or retirement plan. Ensure that these limits are correctly configured in the system.
  Adjust Contributions: If the employee has indeed reached the