How To Fix HRPADCN163 - Plan &; employee does not contribute PI

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADCN - Message class China Master Data

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Plan &; employee does not contribute PI

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADCN163 - Plan &; employee does not contribute PI ?

  The SAP error message HRPADCN163, which states "Plan &; employee does not contribute PI," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or personnel administration within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or an issue with the employee's participation in a specific plan, particularly regarding the "PI" (Pension Insurance) contributions.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Plan Configuration: The employee may not be assigned to the correct plan that requires PI contributions.
  Employee Master Data: The employee's master data may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing their participation in the plan.
  Plan Eligibility: The employee may not meet the eligibility criteria for the specific plan that requires contributions.
  Infotype Data: Missing or incorrect data in relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment, Infotype 0002 - Personal Data, Infotype 0014 - Recurring Payments and Deductions) can lead to this error.
  Country-Specific Regulations: There may be country-specific regulations affecting the employee's eligibility for PI contributions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Review the employee's master data to ensure that all relevant infotypes are correctly filled out and that the employee is assigned to the correct plan.
  Verify Plan Configuration: Ensure that the plan is correctly configured in the system and that it is set up to require PI contributions.
  Review Eligibility Criteria: Check the eligibility criteria for the plan to ensure that the employee qualifies for participation.
  Update Infotypes: If any infotype data is missing or incorrect, update it accordingly. Pay special attention to Infotype 0001, 0002, and 0014.
  Consult with Payroll/HR Team: If the issue persists, consult with your payroll or HR team to investigate further and ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring plans and managing employee contributions.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit the relevant employee data.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.