How To Fix 5L110 - Employee can be a self contributor only if contributing to EPF

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5L - Messages for Malaysian HRMS.

• Message number: 110

• Message text: Employee can be a self contributor only if contributing to EPF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5L110 - Employee can be a self contributor only if contributing to EPF ?

  The SAP error message 5L110 indicates that an employee can only be a self-contributor if they are contributing to the Employee Provident Fund (EPF). This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or when managing employee benefits in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An employee is set up in the system as a self-contributor but is not contributing to the EPF.
  The configuration in the system does not allow for self-contribution unless the employee is actively contributing to the EPF.
  There may be inconsistencies in the employee's payroll or benefits setup that do not align with the requirements for self-contribution.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Configuration:
  
  Verify the employee's master data in the SAP system. Ensure that the employee is correctly set up to contribute to the EPF.
  Check the infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments and Deductions) and infotype 0580 (EPF Contribution) to ensure that the EPF contributions are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Contribution Settings:
  
  Ensure that the employee is marked as a self-contributor only if they are contributing to the EPF. If they are not contributing to the EPF, you may need to change their status or contribution type.
  
  
  
  Consult with Payroll Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the employee's status, consult with your payroll administrator or HR personnel who manage employee benefits and contributions.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may require adjustments in the system configuration. This could involve checking the payroll schema or rules that govern self-contribution eligibility.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the employee's contributions are processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as 0001 (Organizational Assignment), 0002 (Personal Data), 0014 (Recurring Payments and Deductions), and 0580 (EPF Contribution).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on configuring employee contributions and understanding the payroll processing rules.
  Support: If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5L110 and ensure that the employee's contribution status is correctly configured in the SAP system.