How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV155 - Pension plan & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEBAV - HR-BAV (CPS) Error Messages (Germany)

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Pension plan & is not defined

What causes this issue?

The pension plan &V1& has not been created or defined.

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?

Create pension plan &V1& in table T5DCW or use an existing pension
plan.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV155 - Pension plan & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV155 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a pension plan in the SAP system. This error can occur in the context of payroll processing when the system cannot find a defined pension plan for an employee or a specific payroll area.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The pension plan has not been defined in the system for the relevant employee group or payroll area.
  Incorrect Employee Master Data: The employee's master data may not be correctly set up to reference the pension plan.
  Pension Plan Not Active: The pension plan may not be active or may have been deactivated in the system.
  Incorrect Infotype Data: The infotype (e.g., IT 0580 for pension plans) may not be correctly maintained for the employee.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for defining pension plans.
  Ensure that the pension plan is properly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Maintain Employee Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 to check the employee's master data.
  Verify that the relevant infotype (e.g., IT 0580) is correctly maintained and that the pension plan is assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Area Settings:
  
  Ensure that the payroll area settings include the pension plan in question.
  Check if the pension plan is assigned to the correct employee group/subgroup.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SPRO: Access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide
  PC00_MXX_CEDT: Payroll driver for executing payroll
  
  
  
  Infotypes:
  
  IT 0580: Pension Plan Data
  IT 0001: Organizational Assignment
  IT 0002: Personal Data
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in SAP HR/Payroll for further assistance.