How To Fix HRPAYIEINFOTYPES160 - Choose annual percentage, annual fixed or period pension plans (T7IE5)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Choose annual percentage, annual fixed or period pension plans (T7IE5)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYIEINFOTYPES160 - Choose annual percentage, annual fixed or period pension plans (T7IE5) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYIEINFOTYPES160, which states "Choose annual percentage, annual fixed or period pension plans (T7IE5)," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, specifically when dealing with pension plans.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is an issue with the configuration of pension plans in the system. It indicates that the system expects a specific type of pension plan to be selected, but the current selection does not meet the required criteria. The error can occur due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The pension plan type may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Data: Required fields for the pension plan may not be filled out correctly in the employee's infotype records.
  Incompatible Plan Types: The selected pension plan type may not be compatible with the employee's data or the payroll run being executed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for pension plans in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining pension plans and ensure that the types (annual percentage, annual fixed, or period) are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee's infotype records (e.g., Infotype 0580 for pension plans) to ensure that the correct pension plan type is selected.
  Make sure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Select the Correct Plan Type:
  
  When entering or modifying pension plan data, ensure that you select one of the valid options: annual percentage, annual fixed, or period pension plans.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to pension plan configuration and infotypes to ensure compliance with the required settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to verify that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HCM, infotypes are used to store employee data. Infotype 0580 is specifically related to pension plans.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to pension plan configurations and employee data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HCM specialist or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.