How To Fix HRPBSDEVAVG121 - Reduced age pay scale &1 is less than entry level &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSDEVAVG - HR-VADM: Public Sector Pensions Act

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Reduced age pay scale &1 is less than entry level &2

What causes this issue?

The age pay scale was reduced to the value &V1&. However, the entry
level has the value &V2&.

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?

Change the infotype 'Sect. 53 Imputation to Pension (ER)'.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSDEVAVG121 - Reduced age pay scale &1 is less than entry level &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSDEVAVG121, which states "Reduced age pay scale &1 is less than entry level &2," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy between the reduced age pay scale and the entry level for an employee, which can lead to issues in payroll calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Pay Scale Configuration: The reduced age pay scale defined in the system may not be set up correctly or may not align with the expected entry level for the employee.
  Employee Master Data Issues: The employee's master data may have incorrect or missing information related to their pay scale or age-related adjustments.
  Collective Agreement Changes: Changes in collective agreements or pay scale structures that have not been updated in the system can lead to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors in the employee's pay scale or age-related fields can also trigger this message.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Pay Scale Configuration: Review the configuration of the reduced age pay scale in the system. Ensure that it is correctly defined and that the entry levels are set appropriately.
  Review Employee Master Data: Verify the employee's master data, particularly the fields related to pay scale and age. Ensure that the correct pay scale type and level are assigned.
  Update Collective Agreements: If there have been recent changes to collective agreements or pay scales, ensure that these changes have been reflected in the SAP system.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to manual data entry, correct the relevant fields in the employee's master data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your HR or payroll team to understand the specific configurations and requirements for your organization.
  
  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.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration best practices.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error has been resolved and that payroll calculations are accurate.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR to further investigate the problem.