How To Fix 5N864 - Conversion rule '&' only valid for persons aged 65 or over

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 864

• Message text: Conversion rule '&' only valid for persons aged 65 or over

<LS>&CAUSE&</>
You have chosen rule 'O' in the field <LS>Conversion Rule</>. This rule
may, however, only be used for employees aged 65 and over.

System Response

The infotype record cannot be stored.

How to fix this error?

Check both the value entered in field <LS>Conversion Rule </> and the
date of birth entered in field <LS>Date of Birth</> in infotype
<LS>Personal Data </>(0002). Make the necessary changes and save the
infotype record.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N864 - Conversion rule '&' only valid for persons aged 65 or over ?

  The SAP error message 5N864 indicates that there is an issue with a conversion rule that is being applied to a person who is under the age of 65. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or benefits administration, where certain rules or calculations are only applicable to individuals aged 65 or older.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to apply a conversion rule that is intended for individuals aged 65 or older to a person who does not meet this age requirement. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Age Data: The employee's date of birth may be incorrectly entered or not updated in the system.
  Misconfiguration of Rules: The conversion rules may not be properly configured to account for age restrictions.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry process that lead to the system misinterpreting the employee's age.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee's date of birth in the system to ensure it is correct.
  Ensure that the employee's age is accurately calculated based on the current date.
  
  
  
  Review Conversion Rules:
  
  Review the configuration of the conversion rules in the system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  If the rule is intended to apply only to those aged 65 or over, ensure that it is not being applied to younger employees.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll/Benefit Processing:
  
  If the conversion rule is not applicable to the employee, adjust the payroll or benefits processing logic to exclude this rule for employees under 65.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the conversion rules and their intended application.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates to the conversion rules.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials related to payroll processing and conversion rules in your SAP system.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the payroll or benefits calculations are accurate.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.