How To Fix 5Z726 - &1: Pension change: &2 -> &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 726

• Message text: &1: Pension change: &2 -> &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z726 - &1: Pension change: &2 -> &3 ?

  The SAP error message 5Z726 typically relates to pension changes in the context of employee data management. The message format indicates that there is a change in the pension data for an employee, where &2 represents the old value and &3 represents the new value. This error can occur during payroll processing or when updating employee records.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error may arise due to inconsistencies in the employee's pension data, such as incorrect or missing information in the infotype related to pensions (e.g., Infotype 0580 for pension plans).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the pension plans in the system, such as incorrect settings or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to pension data.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Manual entry errors when updating pension information can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Data: Review the employee's pension-related infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0580) to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the pension plans are correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to pension data. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the values in the relevant infotypes and try processing again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to this specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes related to pensions, such as Infotype 0580 (Pension Plan) and Infotype 0581 (Pension Fund).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review and edit employee records.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.