How To Fix HRBEN00FMODULES092 - Bonus pre-tax contribution for plan & cannot be decreased

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBEN00FMODULES - Error Messages for Benefits - Function Modules

• Message number: 092

• Message text: Bonus pre-tax contribution for plan & cannot be decreased

What causes this issue?

You tried to decrease the bonus pre-tax contribution for the plan &V1&.
However, the permissions for the adjustment reason do not allow this.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00FMODULES092 - Bonus pre-tax contribution for plan & cannot be decreased ?

  The SAP error message HRBEN00FMODULES092 indicates that there is an issue with a bonus pre-tax contribution for a specific plan that cannot be decreased. This error typically arises in the context of employee benefits administration within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with payroll and benefits deductions.
  Cause:
  
  Contribution Limits: The error may occur if the system is trying to decrease a pre-tax contribution that has already reached its limit or is below the minimum required contribution for a specific benefit plan.
  Plan Configuration: The benefit plan may have specific rules or configurations that prevent the reduction of contributions once they have been set.
  Payroll Processing: If the payroll has already been processed for the period in question, changes to contributions may not be allowed.
  Employee Status: The employee's status (e.g., terminated, on leave) may affect their ability to change contributions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contribution Settings: Check the settings for the specific benefit plan to ensure that the contribution limits and rules are correctly configured.
  Adjust Contributions: If the contribution needs to be adjusted, ensure that it is within the allowed limits. If it cannot be decreased, consider whether it can be increased or if a different plan can be selected.
  Check Payroll Status: Ensure that the payroll for the relevant period has not been finalized. If it has, you may need to reverse the payroll or make adjustments in the next payroll period.
  Consult with HR/Benefits Administrator: If you are unsure about the rules governing the benefit plan, consult with your HR or benefits administrator for guidance on how to proceed.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may require a review of the system configuration by an SAP HCM consultant to ensure that the benefit plans are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP HCM documentation for details on managing employee benefits and contributions.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.