How To Fix HRPADJP_CP055 - Specify the corporate pension plan type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADJP_CP - Message Class for Pension Plan of Japan

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Specify the corporate pension plan type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADJP_CP055 - Specify the corporate pension plan type ?

  The SAP error message HRPADJP_CP055, which states "Specify the corporate pension plan type," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee benefits management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system requires a specific corporate pension plan type to be defined for the employee or the payroll run, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The corporate pension plan type may not be configured in the system.
  Employee Master Data: The employee's master data may not have the necessary information regarding the corporate pension plan type.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema may not be set up to handle the corporate pension plan correctly.
  Infotype Data: The relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0580 for pension plans) may not be filled out correctly or is missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the corporate pension plan types are configured in the system. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant section for payroll or benefits.
  Navigate to SPRO > Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll USA (or your country) > Define Corporate Pension Plan Types and verify that the necessary types are defined.
  
  
  
  Update Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (using transaction PA30) and check if the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0580) is filled out correctly.
  If the corporate pension plan type is missing, add it to the employee's record.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema to ensure that it includes the logic for processing corporate pension plans. This may require adjustments to the schema or rules.
  
  
  
  Infotype Maintenance:
  
  Ensure that the relevant infotypes related to pension plans are maintained correctly. This includes checking for any missing entries or incorrect data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes related to pension plans, such as Infotype 0580 (Pension Plan) and Infotype 0581 (Pension Plan Contributions).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on configuring corporate pension plans and handling payroll-related issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user performing these actions has the necessary authorizations to make changes to employee master data and payroll configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HCM specialist or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.