What is dependent eligibility rule in SAP PA-BN - Benefits?

SAP Term: dependent eligibility rule

• Component: PA-BN

• Component Name: Benefits

• Description: A definition determining that a certain type of family member is permitted as a dependent for a plan. The types of family member are represented by the subtype of the "Family/Related Person" infotype 0021. By assigning a family member grouping to a dependent eligibility rule, eligibility can be further restricted to a subset of persons of a particular subtype. In the beneficiary eligibility rule, various beneficiary age limits can also be set for the subtype. It is also possible to specify that persons on military service, who are financially independent, or who have a particular marital status are not eligible.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A dependent eligibility rule in SAP PA-BN Benefits is a rule that determines which dependents are eligible for benefits. This rule is based on the relationship between the employee and the dependent, such as a spouse, child, or other family member. The rule also defines the criteria for determining eligibility, such as age, marital status, and residency. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The dependent eligibility rule in SAP PA-BN Benefits can be used to determine which dependents are eligible for benefits. The rule can be set up in the system by defining the criteria for eligibility and then assigning it to the employee's profile. Once the rule is set up, it will automatically determine which dependents are eligible for benefits. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a dependent eligibility rule in SAP PA-BN Benefits, it is important to ensure that all criteria are properly defined and that the rule is assigned to the correct employee profile. Additionally, it is important to review the rule periodically to ensure that it is still applicable and up-to-date. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about setting up a dependent eligibility rule in SAP PA-BN Benefits, please refer to the SAP Help documentation or contact your system administrator.