How To Fix 5N860 - Specified social security scheme [SV-wet] is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 860

• Message text: Specified social security scheme [SV-wet] is not valid

What causes this issue?

You have entered an SI code in the selection screen in field <LS>Social
Insurance Scheme</>, which is not defined in the system.

System Response

The report RPCHSVN0 (Modify Participation Codes for Social Insurance)
cannot be run for this code.

How to fix this error?

Check the value in field <LS>Social Insurances Scheme</>. Overwrite the
value with a valid SI code and run the report again.
The following SI codes exist:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

'ZW', 'WW' and 'WAO'
Codes for additional SI schemes as defined during customizing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N860 - Specified social security scheme [SV-wet] is not valid ?

  The SAP error message 5N860, which states "Specified social security scheme [SV-wet] is not valid," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee master data management in SAP. This error indicates that the social security scheme (in this case, the SV-wet) that has been specified for an employee is not recognized or is not valid in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The social security scheme may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings in the payroll configuration.
  Invalid Employee Data: The employee master data may contain an incorrect or outdated social security scheme.
  Country-Specific Settings: The error may arise if the system is not set up to handle the specific social security scheme for the country in question.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the social security scheme settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction) and verify that the social security scheme SV-wet is correctly defined.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings for the social security scheme are in place.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (transaction PA30) to ensure that the social security scheme is correctly assigned.
  If the scheme is incorrect, update the employee's data with the correct social security scheme.
  
  
  
  Update or Create Social Security Scheme:
  
  If the social security scheme does not exist, you may need to create it in the system. This typically involves defining the scheme in the relevant configuration area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to social security schemes for your specific country to ensure compliance and correct setup.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify social security scheme settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object), and others that may be useful for configuration and troubleshooting.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.