How To Fix HRPADNO_EDG_ERC004 - Employee with '&1' status should never have pension amount in RT!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADNO_EDG_ERC - Messages for EDAG - ERC part

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Employee with '&1' status should never have pension amount in RT!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADNO_EDG_ERC004 - Employee with '&1' status should never have pension amount in RT! ?

  The SAP error message HRPADNO_EDG_ERC004 indicates that there is an issue with the pension amount for an employee who has a specific status. The message suggests that employees with the status indicated by &1 should not have any pension amount recorded in the relevant payroll run or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Employee Status: The employee's status (e.g., inactive, terminated, on leave) is such that they should not be accruing or having any pension contributions or amounts.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that incorrectly allow pension amounts to be recorded for employees with certain statuses.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be incorrect data entries in the employee's master data or payroll data that lead to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify the employee's status in the system. If the employee is indeed in a status that should not allow pension contributions, ensure that the payroll or reporting process is correctly configured to reflect this.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to pension processing in the SAP system. Ensure that the rules governing pension contributions are correctly set up to prevent amounts from being recorded for employees with the specified status.
  Correct Data Entries: If there are data entry errors, correct the employee's master data or payroll data to ensure that pension amounts are not being processed for employees who should not have them.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance on handling this error message and understanding the implications of employee statuses on pension processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide updates on known issues.
  HR Configuration: Review the HR configuration settings related to employee statuses and pension processing to ensure compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no unintended consequences arise from the changes made.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.