How To Fix HRBEN00VIEWS135 - º403(b) and º457 can not both apply to a plan

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBEN00VIEWS - Error Messages for Benefits - Views

• Message number: 135

• Message text: º403(b) and º457 can not both apply to a plan

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00VIEWS135 - º403(b) and º457 can not both apply to a plan ?

  The SAP error message HRBEN00VIEWS135 indicates a conflict in the configuration of retirement plans, specifically regarding the 403(b) and 457 plans. This error typically arises when both types of plans are incorrectly set up to apply to the same employee or plan configuration, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Plan Configuration Conflict: The system is set up to prevent both 403(b) and 457 plans from being applied to the same retirement plan for an employee. This is due to regulatory restrictions that govern how these plans can be utilized.
  Employee Assignment: An employee may have been assigned to both plans in the system, leading to a conflict.
  Plan Type Misconfiguration: The configuration of the retirement plans in the SAP system may not be set up correctly, leading to the system interpreting that both plans are applicable.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Employee Assignments: Check the employee's benefits configuration to ensure that they are not assigned to both a 403(b) and a 457 plan simultaneously. If they are, you will need to remove one of the assignments.
  Check Plan Configuration: Review the configuration settings for both the 403(b) and 457 plans in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that the system is configured to prevent both plans from being applied to the same employee.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP HR documentation or guidelines regarding the setup of retirement plans to ensure compliance with regulations and correct configuration.
  System Update: If the configuration appears correct but the error persists, consider updating the system or applying any relevant patches that may address this issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Regulatory Compliance: Understand the IRS regulations regarding 403(b) and 457 plans, as they dictate how these plans can be utilized by employees.
  SAP HR Module: Familiarize yourself with the SAP HR module, particularly the benefits administration section, to better understand how to manage employee benefits and resolve conflicts.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the personnel responsible for managing employee benefits have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message HRBEN00VIEWS135 and ensure that your retirement plan configurations are compliant and functioning correctly.