How To Fix HRGB_MPT005 - MPT Error: NI Category change could not be processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_MPT - Mid Period Transfers

• Message number: 005

• Message text: MPT Error: NI Category change could not be processed

What causes this issue?

During the Mid-Period Transfer (MPT) without a Tax Reference change,
NIPAY and NICs must be reduced. However, the employee has changed NI
category during the MPT.

System Response

This is not currently supported.

How to fix this error?

Back out the MPT change and process the employee as a change at the end
of the pay period.

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_MPT005 - MPT Error: NI Category change could not be processed ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_MPT005 with the description "MPT Error: NI Category change could not be processed" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with the Management of Personnel Transactions (MPT) and National Insurance (NI) categories.
  Cause:
  This error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The NI category may not be correctly configured in the system, or there may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the employee's master data, such as missing or incorrect information related to the NI category.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to make the change may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  System Bugs: There could be bugs or issues in the specific version of SAP being used that affect the processing of NI category changes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRGB_MPT005 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for NI categories in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the NI categories are correctly assigned to the relevant employee groups and subgroups.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that the NI category is correctly assigned in the employee's infotype (e.g., Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment, Infotype 0002 - Personal Data).
  Make sure that the employee's status is active and that there are no pending actions that could prevent the change.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to change the NI category. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify the exact point of failure. This may require the assistance of an SAP technical consultant.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the steps taken before the error occurred.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes related to employee data and NI categories, such as Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) and Infotype 0002 (Personal Data).
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review and edit employee records.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation and user guides for detailed information on managing personnel transactions and NI categories.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the HRGB_MPT005 error in your SAP system.