How To Fix 5D698 - Employee has no PVW obligation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 698

• Message text: Employee has no PVW obligation

Germany only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D698 - Employee has no PVW obligation ?

  The SAP error message "5D698 Employee has no PVW obligation" typically relates to the Payroll module in SAP, specifically concerning the handling of employee obligations for certain types of payments or deductions, such as those related to social security or pension contributions.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the employee in question does not have a recorded obligation for the PVW (Pension or similar obligation) in the system. This could be due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Data: The employee's master data may not have the necessary information regarding their PVW obligations.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll configuration may not be set up correctly to recognize the employee's obligations.
  Employee Status: The employee may be in a status that does not require PVW contributions (e.g., part-time, temporary, or exempt status).
  Time Period: The error may occur if the payroll period being processed does not align with the employee's obligations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (transaction PA30) and verify that the necessary infotypes related to PVW obligations are correctly filled out (e.g., Infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment, Infotype 0002 for Personal Data, and Infotype 0587 for Pension Plan).
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payroll configuration is set up correctly for the employee group and subtype. This may involve checking the relevant payroll schemas and rules.
  
  
  
  Verify Employee Status:
  
  Confirm the employee's status and ensure that they are eligible for PVW obligations. If the employee is not eligible, you may need to adjust their status or the payroll processing logic.
  
  
  
  Check Time Period:
  
  Ensure that the payroll period being processed is correct and that it aligns with the employee's obligations. If the employee has recently changed their status or obligations, ensure that these changes are reflected in the payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your organization's configuration and policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and others that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and edit employee master data and payroll configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Payroll for further assistance.