How To Fix 5Z240 - Pension type &1, number &2 is not permitted for data medium exchange

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 240

• Message text: Pension type &1, number &2 is not permitted for data medium exchange

What causes this issue?

The indicator "Adjustment of pension amount" is not included in table
T5D80 or is not coded as permitted for DME.

How to fix this error?

If you want to use the pension information procedure for the employee,
change the "Adjustment of pension amount" indicator in the Pension
Imputation infotype (0326) to an indicator that is permitted for DME.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z240 - Pension type &1, number &2 is not permitted for data medium exchange ?

  The SAP error message 5Z240 indicates that a specific pension type and number combination is not permitted for data medium exchange (DME). This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing and data transfer to external systems, such as banks or pension funds.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Pension Type: The pension type specified in the payroll data may not be configured correctly in the system or may not be allowed for DME.
  Configuration Issues: The DME configuration for the specific pension type may not be set up properly in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry for the pension type or number, leading to the error.
  Regulatory Changes: Changes in regulations or requirements for pension types may not have been updated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the DME configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: OBPM1 or similar).
  Verify that the pension type in question is allowed for DME processing.
  Ensure that the necessary settings for the pension type are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Data:
  
  Check the payroll results for the employee associated with the error.
  Ensure that the pension type and number are entered correctly and are valid.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the pension type is not valid, you may need to update the employee's master data (infotype 0580 or similar) to reflect the correct pension type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any recent changes in regulations or requirements that may affect the pension type and its eligibility for DME.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Processing), and OBPM1 (DME Configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to DME and pension types that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring DME and handling pension types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.