How To Fix HRPADUN_GEN876 - Pension fund number should be numeric

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADUN_GEN - Messages for UN Developement

• Message number: 876

• Message text: Pension fund number should be numeric

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADUN_GEN876 - Pension fund number should be numeric ?

  The SAP error message HRPADUN_GEN876, which states "Pension fund number should be numeric," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee data management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system expects the pension fund number to be a numeric value, but it has received a non-numeric value (such as letters or special characters).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The pension fund number may have been entered incorrectly, containing letters or special characters instead of just numbers.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been formatting issues that resulted in non-numeric characters being included in the pension fund number.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the pension fund number field may not be set up correctly, leading to validation errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entry: Review the entry for the pension fund number in the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0008 for Basic Pay or Infotype 0010 for Employee Remuneration Info). Ensure that the value is purely numeric.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the data entry process to ensure that only numeric values can be entered in the pension fund number field.
  Correct Data Migration: If the error arose from data migration, review the migration process to ensure that the pension fund numbers are correctly formatted as numeric values.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to the pension fund number field. Ensure that the field is defined to accept only numeric values.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to the production system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that deal with payroll and employee data, such as Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay) and Infotype 0010 (Employee Remuneration Info).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP user documentation or training materials for guidance on entering and managing pension fund numbers correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.