How To Fix 51046 - New def. of mapping wage type & to L/T code & overwritten by old one.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 51 - HR: Messages for Norway

• Message number: 046

• Message text: New def. of mapping wage type & to L/T code & overwritten by old one.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 51046 - New def. of mapping wage type & to L/T code & overwritten by old one. ?

  The SAP error message 51046, which states "New def. of mapping wage type & to L/T code & overwritten by old one," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when there is a conflict in the mapping of wage types to the corresponding legal time (L/T) codes. This can happen when there are multiple definitions for the same wage type and L/T code, leading to confusion in the payroll calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The error often arises when there are multiple entries for the same wage type and L/T code in the configuration. This can happen if changes were made to the mapping without properly removing or updating the old entries.
  Configuration Changes: If a new mapping is created for a wage type that already has an existing mapping, the system may overwrite the new mapping with the old one, leading to this error.
  Transport Issues: If configurations are transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), inconsistencies can occur if the mappings are not properly synchronized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction under Payroll settings) and check the mapping of wage types to L/T codes. Look for duplicate entries and remove or correct them as necessary.
  Update Mappings: If you need to change the mapping, ensure that you delete the old mapping before creating a new one to avoid conflicts.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that the transport included all necessary changes and that there are no inconsistencies between the systems.
  Testing: After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the mappings are functioning correctly and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration), PE01 (to maintain wage types), or PC00_MXX_CEDT (to run payroll) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll configuration for specific guidance on mapping wage types and L/T codes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a functional SAP HR consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the wage type mappings are correctly configured in your SAP system.