How To Fix 5M146 - Pension type not maintained (table t5m7n).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Pension type not maintained (table t5m7n).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M146 - Pension type not maintained (table t5m7n). ?

  The SAP error message 5M146, which states "Pension type not maintained (table T5M7N)," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee benefits management when the system cannot find a valid pension type for an employee in the specified table.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The pension type for the employee is not defined in the configuration table T5M7N. This table is used to maintain the mapping of pension types to various employee groups or plans.
  Incorrect Employee Data: The employee record may not have the necessary data filled in, such as the pension type or related infotype (e.g., Infotype 0580 for pension plans).
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues in transferring the pension type information correctly.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the payroll process, they may not be correctly handling the pension type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Table T5M7N:
  
  Go to transaction SE16 or SE11 and check the contents of table T5M7N to see if the required pension type is defined.
  If it is missing, you will need to add the appropriate entries for the pension types that are relevant to your organization.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Use transaction PA20 or PA30 to check the employee's master data.
  Ensure that the pension type is correctly maintained in the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0580).
  
  
  
  Maintain Infotype Data:
  
  If the pension type is not maintained, you can add it using transaction PA30. Make sure to enter the correct pension type for the employee.
  
  
  
  Consult with Payroll/HR Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct pension type or how to configure it, consult with your HR or payroll team for guidance on the correct setup.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If there are custom developments, review them to ensure they are correctly handling pension types and related data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0580: This infotype is typically used to maintain pension plan data for employees.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and SE16/SE11 (Data Browser/Table Display).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on configuring pension types and related payroll settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP HR and payroll configurations.