How To Fix HRPAYIEINFOTYPES157 - Standard period contributions only allowed with correct plan type (T7IE5)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYIEINFOTYPES - Message class for all Irish Infotypes

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Standard period contributions only allowed with correct plan type (T7IE5)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYIEINFOTYPES157 - Standard period contributions only allowed with correct plan type (T7IE5) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYIEINFOTYPES157, which states "Standard period contributions only allowed with correct plan type (T7IE5)," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error is related to the configuration of infotypes and the plan types associated with employee benefits or contributions.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Plan Type: The error usually arises when the plan type associated with a contribution is not set up correctly or does not match the expected configuration for standard period contributions.
  Infotype Configuration: The infotype (e.g., infotype 0580 for contributions) may not be configured properly, leading to inconsistencies in how contributions are processed.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entered in the relevant infotypes, such as missing or incorrect plan type information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Plan Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant infotype (e.g., T7IE5) and verify that the plan types are correctly defined for standard period contributions.
  Ensure that the plan type used in the infotype corresponds to the expected configuration for the contributions being processed.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Data:
  
  Check the employee's infotype records (e.g., infotype 0580) to ensure that the plan type is correctly entered and matches the configuration.
  Make sure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype and plan type to ensure compliance with the required settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HCM that store employee-related information. Each infotype has a specific purpose, such as payroll, personal data, or benefits.
  Plan Types: Plan types define the characteristics of benefits or contributions, including how they are calculated and processed in payroll.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on configuring infotypes and plan types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that contributions are processed correctly in the payroll system.