How To Fix HRFBNGBSPECIFIC005 - Current value of pension selling surplus not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFBNGBSPECIFIC - Flexible benefit GB specific message

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Current value of pension selling surplus not permitted

What causes this issue?

You have selected a pension option with reduced employee contributions.
However, the value of this pension selling amount exceeds the total cost
of your selected benefits plans. This is not allowed in your flexible
benefits scheme.

System Response

You are not permitted to enrol your currently selected flexible benefits
plans.

How to fix this error?

You must amend your current benefits selections to either:
1) Increase the total cost of your selected benefits plans, or
2) Reduce the pension selling amount
The cost of your selected flexible benefits must be equal to, or greater
than, the value of your pension selling amount.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFBNGBSPECIFIC005 - Current value of pension selling surplus not permitted ?

  The SAP error message HRFBNGBSPECIFIC005 indicates that there is an issue with the current value of the pension selling surplus in the system. This error typically arises in the context of managing pension plans and benefits within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with pension fund accounting or employee benefits.
  Cause:
  The error message usually occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The configuration settings for pension plans or benefits may not be set up correctly, leading to an invalid value for the pension selling surplus.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect or inconsistent data entered in the employee's benefits records or pension plan settings.
  Regulatory Compliance: The current value of the pension selling surplus may not comply with legal or regulatory requirements, which can vary by region or country.
  System Updates: Changes in the system or updates to the SAP software may have affected the way pension selling surplus is calculated or validated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the pension plans in the SAP system. Ensure that all parameters related to pension selling surplus are correctly defined.
  Validate Data: Go through the employee records and pension plan data to ensure that all entries are accurate and consistent. Look for any discrepancies that might lead to the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to pension management to understand the specific requirements for pension selling surplus.
  Regulatory Review: Ensure that the pension selling surplus complies with local regulations. If necessary, consult with legal or compliance teams to verify that the values are permissible.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide patches or updates that address the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP HCM that pertain to pension management, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CEDT (Pension Fund Accounting).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRFBNGBSPECIFIC005 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.