How To Fix 5G170 - All 3 previous employment fields must be filled to evaluate SSP1(L) data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 170

• Message text: All 3 previous employment fields must be filled to evaluate SSP1(L) data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G170 - All 3 previous employment fields must be filled to evaluate SSP1(L) data ?

  The SAP error message 5G170 indicates that the system requires all three previous employment fields to be filled in order to evaluate the SSP1(L) data. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or employee data management, particularly when dealing with statutory sick pay (SSP) calculations in the UK.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system is trying to process an employee's SSP1(L) data, but it finds that one or more of the required fields related to previous employment history are incomplete. The fields in question usually pertain to the employee's prior employment details, which are necessary for the correct calculation of SSP.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that all three previous employment fields are filled out correctly. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Access Employee Data: Go to the employee's master data in SAP (usually through transaction code PA30 or PA40).
  
  
  Check Previous Employment Fields: Look for the section that contains the previous employment information. This may be under the "Employment" or "Payroll" tab, depending on your SAP configuration.
  
  
  Fill in Required Fields: Ensure that all three fields related to previous employment are filled in. This may include:
  
  Previous employer name
  Employment start date
  Employment end date
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After filling in the required fields, save the changes to the employee's record.
  
  
  Reprocess Payroll: Once the fields are filled, you may need to reprocess the payroll or the specific SSP calculation for the employee to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SSP1(L): This refers to the SSP1 form used in the UK for statutory sick pay claims. It is important for employers to have accurate employment history to determine eligibility and the correct amount of SSP.
  SAP Modules: This error is typically encountered in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly in the payroll processing area.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user making these changes has the appropriate permissions to edit employee master data.
  
  If the issue persists after ensuring all fields are filled, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.