How To Fix HRPBSDEVAVG164 - Pensionable employment period from &1 to &2 contains monthly portion &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Pensionable employment period from &1 to &2 contains monthly portion &3

What causes this issue?

The calculation of the assessed duration of period <ZH>&V1&</> - <ZH>
&V2&</> results in a monthly portion &V3&. Further pension
administration calculations are based on durations represented in years
and days only. The monthly portion is not included in these
calculations.
The <DS:DE.PSEN_PROCE>calculation process</> used to calculate the
actual periods for the <DS:DE.PDE_PBSVAVG_RGBGD> calculation base of
pension percentage</> &V4& has been assigned to an incorrect
<DS:DE.PSEN_CRULE>conversion rule</>.

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?

Report the problem to your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the conversion rules in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.SEN_XX_PR_002>Override Attributes for Calculation Process</>
that were assigned to the actual periods calculation processes.
Assign conversion rules to these calculation processes that calculate
duration without the monthly portion.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSDEVAVG164 - Pensionable employment period from &1 to &2 contains monthly portion &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSDEVAVG164 typically relates to issues in the calculation of pensionable employment periods in the context of payroll processing, particularly in the area of employee benefits and pensions. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy or issue with the monthly portion of the pensionable employment period for an employee.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error often arises due to inconsistencies in the employee's employment data, such as incorrect dates or missing information in the employment history.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the pension plans or the rules governing pensionable employment periods in the system.
  Payroll Processing Errors: If payroll has not been processed correctly for the specified period, it can lead to discrepancies in the pensionable employment period.
  Time Management Issues: Problems with time management data, such as incorrect time entries or absence records, can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employment Data: Review the employee's employment history to ensure that the start and end dates of employment are correct and that there are no gaps or overlaps.
  Verify Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for pension plans and the rules for pensionable employment periods are set up correctly in the system.
  Review Payroll Results: Check the payroll results for the specified period to ensure that all relevant data has been processed correctly. Look for any errors or warnings in the payroll log.
  Correct Time Management Entries: If there are issues with time management, correct any erroneous time entries or absence records that may affect the pensionable employment period.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates and patches.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review and edit employee records.
  Payroll Logs: Analyze payroll logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Testing: After making corrections, run a test payroll to ensure that the error has been resolved and that the pensionable employment period is calculated correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll.