How To Fix HRPAYDEAVMG164 - Error in contribution

HRPAYDEAVMG164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEAVMG - German Pension Reform

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Error in contribution

What causes this issue?

A contribution was entered for a module for which a free contribution
cannot be entered.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HRPAYDEAVMG164 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPAYDEAVMG164, which translates to "Error in contribution," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly in the area of payroll accounting and contributions to social security or other benefits.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the specific rules governing contributions.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data in employee master records, infotypes, or payroll results can lead to this error.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: If the employee's master data (like tax class, social security number, etc.) is missing or incorrect, it can cause issues during payroll processing.
  Inconsistent Contribution Rates: If the contribution rates for social security or other benefits are not correctly defined or have changed without being updated in the system, this can lead to errors.
  Custom Code Issues: