How To Fix 5M422 - This pension institution does not exist in table T5M8O

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 422

• Message text: This pension institution does not exist in table T5M8O

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M422 - This pension institution does not exist in table T5M8O ?

  The SAP error message 5M422 indicates that the pension institution you are trying to reference does not exist in the relevant configuration table (T5M8O). This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or when dealing with employee benefits related to pensions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The pension institution you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a new pension institution that has not yet been set up in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect code entered for the pension institution in the employee master data or payroll configuration.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the pension institution may not have been included in the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table T5M8O: 
  
  Use transaction code SE16 or SE16N to view the contents of table T5M8O. This table contains the configuration for pension institutions.
  Verify if the pension institution code you are using exists in this table.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Pension Institution:
  
  If the pension institution does not exist, you will need to create a new entry in the T5M8O table.
  This can typically be done through the customizing transaction SPRO:
  
  Navigate to SPRO > SAP Reference IMG > Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll Germany > Define Pension Institutions.
  
  
  Enter the necessary details for the pension institution, including the institution code, name, and any other required information.
  
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the employee master data (infotype 0580 for pension data) is correctly configured and that the pension institution code is entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the setup of pension institutions in SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE16/SE16N (Data Browser)
  SPRO (Customizing)
  PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data)
  
  
  
  Infotypes: 
  
  Infotype 0580 (Pension Data) is where pension institution information is typically stored for employees.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in payroll and benefits.