How To Fix 5U184 - Maximum pre-tax percentage rate for plan & is &%

5U184 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Maximum pre-tax percentage rate for plan & is &%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U184 - Maximum pre-tax percentage rate for plan & is &% ?

  The SAP error message 5U184, which states "Maximum pre-tax percentage rate for plan & is &%", typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or benefits administration within SAP. This error indicates that the pre-tax deduction percentage for a specific plan exceeds the allowable limit set in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Limits: The maximum pre-tax percentage rate for a specific benefit plan has been exceeded. This could be due to incorrect configuration in the SAP system where the limits for pre-tax deductions are defined.
  Employee Data: The employee's data may have been incorrectly entered or updated, leading to a situation where the deductions exceed the allowed percentage.
  Plan Changes: Changes in the benefit plan or tax regulations may not have been properly reflected in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the specific benefit plan in the SAP system. Ensure that the maximum pre-tax percentage is set correctly according to the organization's policies