How To Fix 54281 - Cannot create so many wage types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 54 - Messages for HR tables

• Message number: 281

• Message text: Cannot create so many wage types

What causes this issue?

You want to create several copies of a model wage type. However, it is
impossible to create so many wage type names using the fields <LS>Wage
type starts at</>, <LS>Number of wage types</> and <LS>Increment per
step</>.

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?

Either change the wage type name in the field for <LS>Wage type starts
at</>, use a lower number in the <LS>Number of wage types</> field, or
enter a smaller interval for <LS>Increment per step</>.

How can this happen?

This message will appear if you enter
Wage type starts at <LS>1A01</>
Number of wage types <LS>21</>
Increment per step <LS>5</>
In this example, the first wage type created is <LS>1A01</> and the
20th is <LS>1A96</>. It is impossible to create a 21st wage type with
an increment of 5 because what it should be called remains unclear.
In mathematics this is expressed as: 5 * ( 21 - 1 ) + 1 = 101 > 100.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 54281 - Cannot create so many wage types ?

  The SAP error message "54281 Cannot create so many wage types" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when the system encounters a limitation on the number of wage types that can be created or processed for a particular payroll run. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues or exceeding system limits.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Wage Type Limits: SAP has predefined limits on the number of wage types that can be created for a payroll run. If the number of wage types exceeds this limit, the error will be triggered.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the payroll schema or wage type settings can lead to this error.
  Custom Development: If there are custom wage types or modifications in the payroll process, they may inadvertently lead to this error.
  Data Issues: Inconsistent or incorrect data in employee records or payroll settings can also cause this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Wage Type Configuration: Check the configuration of wage types in the SAP system. Ensure that you are not exceeding the maximum allowed wage types for the payroll run.
  Optimize Wage Types: If possible, consolidate or optimize the wage types being used. This may involve reviewing the necessity of each wage type and eliminating any that are redundant.
  Check Payroll Schema: Review the payroll schema to ensure that it is correctly configured and does not inadvertently create excessive wage types.
  Custom Code Review: If there are any custom developments related to payroll, review the code to ensure it is not causing the creation of excessive wage types.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on wage type limits.
  Increase Limits: If necessary and feasible, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to see if the limits can be adjusted in the system settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on wage types and payroll processing.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Support Tickets: If the issue persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.