How To Fix HRPAYDEMUSCHG_BV166 - Calculation proportional EE Share German Pension Reform &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEMUSCHG_BV - Maternity Protection Act - Prohibited Activities

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Calculation proportional EE Share German Pension Reform &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEMUSCHG_BV166 - Calculation proportional EE Share German Pension Reform &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEMUSCHG_BV166 typically relates to issues in the calculation of the employee's share of pension contributions in the context of the German Pension Reform. This error can occur during payroll processing when the system encounters inconsistencies or issues with the data related to pension contributions.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The error may arise due to incorrect or missing data in the employee's master data, such as pension scheme details, contribution rates, or other relevant fields.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the specific rules related to the pension contributions in the system.
  Legal Changes: Changes in legislation or regulations regarding pension contributions may not have been updated in the system, leading to discrepancies in calculations.
  Incorrect Infotypes: Missing or incorrect entries in relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0014 for recurring payments and deductions) can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Review the employee's master data for any inconsistencies or missing information related to pension contributions. Ensure that all relevant infotypes are correctly filled out.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to pension contributions. Ensure that the rules and rates are up to date and correctly implemented.
  Update Legal Changes: If there have been recent changes in pension legislation, ensure that these changes have been reflected in the SAP system. This may involve updating the relevant tables or configuration settings.
  Run Payroll Simulation: Perform a payroll simulation to identify the specific data or configuration that is causing the error. This can help pinpoint the issue more accurately.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP notes or documentation related to the error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as IT0014 (Recurring Payments and Deductions), IT0008 (Basic Pay), and IT0015 (Additional Payments) that may impact pension calculations.
  Pension Schemes: Understand the different pension schemes applicable in Germany and how they are configured in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP notes related to HR payroll and pension contributions, as they may provide specific fixes or updates related to the error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the HRPAYDEMUSCHG_BV166 error in your SAP system.