How To Fix HRPAYIEINFOTYPES166 - This pension plan has expired

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 166

• Message text: This pension plan has expired

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYIEINFOTYPES166 - This pension plan has expired ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYIEINFOTYPES166, which states "This pension plan has expired," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee benefits management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the pension plan associated with an employee's record is no longer valid, possibly due to a date expiration or changes in the plan's status.
  Cause:
  
  Expiration Date: The pension plan may have a defined expiration date that has been reached.
  Plan Deactivation: The pension plan may have been deactivated or removed from the system by an administrator.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the pension plan in the system, such as incorrect validity periods.
  Employee Record Issues: The employee's record may not be updated to reflect the current status of the pension plan.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Plan Validity: Review the validity dates of the pension plan in the system. If the plan has indeed expired, you may need to update the employee's record to reflect a new or active pension plan.
  Update Employee Records: If the employee is still eligible for a pension plan, update their records to associate them with a valid plan.
  Consult with HR/Payroll Administrator: If you are unsure about the status of the pension plan, consult with your HR or payroll administrator to verify the plan's status and any necessary updates.
  Reconfigure the Plan: If the pension plan is still active but incorrectly configured, you may need to reconfigure it in the SAP system to ensure it is valid for the required period.
  Review Documentation: Check any relevant documentation or policies regarding pension plans to ensure compliance and proper handling of employee benefits.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and update employee records or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to access configuration settings for pension plans.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to HR and pension plans for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to pension plans and employee records in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.