How To Fix 5G351 - Missing name for pension scheme &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 351

• Message text: Missing name for pension scheme &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G351 - Missing name for pension scheme & ?

  The SAP error message 5G351 ("Missing name for pension scheme") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee data management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that a required field for the pension scheme name is not filled in, which is necessary for processing payroll or benefits related to pensions.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following:
  
  Missing Data: The pension scheme name has not been entered in the employee's master data or in the relevant payroll configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the pension scheme in the system may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to the omission of the pension scheme name.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data (using transaction code PA30).
  Ensure that the pension scheme name is correctly entered in the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0580 for pension plans).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration settings for the pension scheme in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the pension scheme is properly defined and that all required fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  If the pension scheme name is missing, enter the correct name in the relevant field.
  Save the changes and re-run the payroll or process that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on the pension scheme setup and requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes related to pension schemes, such as Infotype 0580 (Pension Plan) and Infotype 0581 (Pension Fund).
  Payroll Processing: Understand how pension schemes are integrated into payroll processing and the implications of missing data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the 5G351 error in your SAP system.