How To Fix 5U120 - Enter a percentage rate for the contribution limit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Enter a percentage rate for the contribution limit

What causes this issue?

You have selected the percentage radio button for the contribution
limit yet not entered the percentage itself.

System Response

The system cannot save without a percentage.

How to fix this error?

Enter the percentage for the contribution limit.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U120 - Enter a percentage rate for the contribution limit ?

  The SAP error message 5U120, which states "Enter a percentage rate for the contribution limit," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or benefits administration within the SAP system. This error indicates that a required percentage rate for a contribution limit has not been entered or is missing in the relevant configuration or employee data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The percentage rate for a contribution limit has not been defined in the system for a specific payroll area, employee, or benefit plan.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the payroll or benefits module may not have been set up correctly, leading to missing or incomplete data.
  Incorrect Master Data: Employee master data may be incomplete or incorrect, particularly in relation to payroll or benefits settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in the SPRO transaction).
  Ensure that the contribution limits and percentage rates are properly defined for the relevant payroll area or benefit plan.
  
  
  
  Update Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee master data (using transaction PA30 or similar).
  Check the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0014 for recurring payments and deductions) to ensure that the contribution limits and percentage rates are entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  If applicable, review the payroll schema to ensure that the calculation rules are correctly set up to reference the contribution limits.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up contribution limits and percentage rates.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll 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.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  Training: Consider training sessions or workshops on SAP payroll and benefits configuration to better understand how to manage these settings effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.