How To Fix 5Z209 - Upper limit rate has not been entered in the Pension Payments infotype

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Upper limit rate has not been entered in the Pension Payments infotype

What causes this issue?

You want to enter a pension that is to be imputed according to section
55 of BeamtVG (Public Sector Pensions Act). To impute a pension, the
upper limit has to be entered in the "Pension Payments" infotype (0322)
of the pension holder.

System Response

You have not entered an upper limit.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the "Pension Payments" infotype first.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z209 - Upper limit rate has not been entered in the Pension Payments infotype ?

  The SAP error message 5Z209, which states "Upper limit rate has not been entered in the Pension Payments infotype," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when the system expects a value for the upper limit rate in the Pension Payments infotype (IT0580). This infotype is used to manage pension-related data for employees.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of an upper limit rate in the Pension Payments infotype (IT0580) for an employee. This infotype is crucial for calculating pension contributions, and if the upper limit rate is not defined, the payroll process cannot proceed correctly.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to enter the upper limit rate in the Pension Payments infotype for the affected employee. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Employee's Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Enter the employee's personnel number and select the appropriate validity date.
  
  
  
  Select the Pension Payments Infotype:
  
  Enter the infotype number 0580 (Pension Payments) and click on the "Display" or "Change" button.
  
  
  
  Enter the Upper Limit Rate:
  
  If the infotype is not maintained, you may need to create a new record. If it exists, check if the upper limit rate field is empty.
  Enter the required upper limit rate in the appropriate field.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary information, save the changes.
  
  
  
  Re-run Payroll:
  
  Once the upper limit rate is entered, you can re-run the payroll process to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0580 (Pension Payments): This infotype is used to manage pension contributions and related data for employees. It includes fields for various parameters, including the upper limit rate.
  Payroll Configuration: Ensure that the payroll configuration is set up correctly to handle pension calculations. This may involve checking the relevant payroll schemas and rules.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to employee master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's HR policies for specific guidelines on pension contributions and limits.
  
  If the issue persists after entering the upper limit rate, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP HR module expert or technical support for further investigation.