How To Fix HRPSGB_HER164 - ERs Pens Pay Solution must be deactivtd for VSC-Enabled Scheme &1 (T5G31)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_HER - HR PS GB Higher Education Messages (USS, HESA etc)

• Message number: 164

• Message text: ERs Pens Pay Solution must be deactivtd for VSC-Enabled Scheme &1 (T5G31)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_HER164 - ERs Pens Pay Solution must be deactivtd for VSC-Enabled Scheme &1 (T5G31) ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_HER164 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the pension pay solution for a specific scheme in the SAP HR module. This error typically arises when the system detects that the pension pay solution is still active for a scheme that has been enabled for VSC (Voluntary Scheme Contributions).
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the pension pay solution is not compatible with schemes that are enabled for VSC. When a scheme is set to allow voluntary contributions, the existing pension pay solution must be deactivated to avoid conflicts in processing.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to deactivate the pension pay solution for the specified scheme. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the SAP system: Log in to your SAP system with the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll UK > Pension Schemes.
  
  
  
  Locate the Scheme:
  
  Find the specific pension scheme that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  
  
  
  Deactivate the Pension Pay Solution:
  
  Within the configuration for the identified scheme, look for the option related to the pension pay solution.
  Deactivate the pension pay solution for this scheme.
  
  
  
  Save your changes: Ensure that you save any changes made to the configuration.
  
  
  Test the changes: After deactivating the pension pay solution, run a payroll simulation or a test payroll run to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the payroll processes correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring pension schemes and understanding the implications of enabling VSC.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues or if the configuration is complex, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PC00_M99_CWTR (Payroll Driver) for testing purposes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPSGB_HER164 error and ensure that your pension scheme configuration is correct.