How To Fix HRGB_LGPS054 - Joining the 50/50 Scheme has an impact of additional pension contracts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_LGPS - HR: Messages for LGPS

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Joining the 50/50 Scheme has an impact of additional pension contracts

What causes this issue?

You have changed this employee from being in the Main section of the
scheme to being in the 50/50 section of the scheme.

System Response

A warning message is issued to ensure that the user is warned to check
other pension arrangements that may be in place.
If a member elects to move to the 50/50 section: any existing additional
pension contribution contract which is at whole cost to employee must
cease (unless it is to purchase an amount of pension #lost# due to
industrial action).
Any shared cost additional pension contribution contract must continue
(as such a contract is to purchase an amount of pension #lost# during a
period of authorised leave of absence or during a period of unpaid
additional maternity, paternity or adoption leave), unless the member
elects to terminate the contract. Any AVC or Shared Cost AVC contract
continues, unless the member elects to terminate the contract.
A member in the 50/50 section cannot commence payment of an additional
pension contribution contract which is at whole cost to the employee
(unless it is to purchase an amount of pension #lost# due to industrial
action).
A member in the 50/50 section can commence payment of a shared cost
additional pension contribution contract only if such a contribution is
to purchase an amount of pension #lost# during a period of authorised
leave of absence or during a period of unpaid additional maternity,
paternity or adoption leave, and can commence payment of an AVC or
Shared Cost AVC contract.

How to fix this error?

Check the other pension contributions that may be in place for this
employee (i.e. other subtypes of IT0071 or pension deductions against
the employee's record (i.e. IT0015, IT0014, IT0008)).
If there are any then decide whether they should be ceased or not.

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 HRGB_LGPS054 - Joining the 50/50 Scheme has an impact of additional pension contracts ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_LGPS054 typically relates to issues within the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) in the context of employee pension management. This specific error indicates that joining the 50/50 scheme has implications for additional pension contracts that an employee may have.
  Cause:
  
  50/50 Scheme Context: The 50/50 scheme allows employees to pay half of their contributions while still accruing full pension benefits. This can lead to complications if the employee has additional pension contracts or benefits that are affected by their participation in the 50/50 scheme.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system regarding how the 50/50 scheme interacts with other pension contracts.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry related to the employee's pension contracts or scheme participation can trigger this error.
  Policy Compliance: The error may arise if the employee's participation in the 50/50 scheme does not comply with the rules governing additional pension contracts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Employee Records: Check the employee's pension records to ensure that all relevant data is correctly entered and that there are no discrepancies.
  Consult Pension Policies: Review the policies governing the 50/50 scheme and additional pension contracts to ensure compliance. This may involve consulting with HR or pension administrators.
  System Configuration: If the issue is related to system configuration, work with your SAP technical team to ensure that the system is set up correctly to handle the 50/50 scheme in conjunction with additional pension contracts.
  Error Documentation: Document the error and any steps taken to resolve it. This can help in future troubleshooting and may be useful for audits.
  Training and Awareness: Ensure that HR personnel and those managing pension schemes are trained on the implications of the 50/50 scheme and how it interacts with other pension contracts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Pension Scheme Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with the guidelines and rules of the Local Government Pension Scheme, particularly regarding the 50/50 scheme.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting the SAP community for additional insights and solutions.
  Legal and Compliance: Ensure that any changes or solutions comply with local laws and regulations regarding pension schemes.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the HRGB_LGPS054 error effectively.