How To Fix 54285 - Cannot copy more than one wage type to the same wage type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 54 - Messages for HR tables

• Message number: 285

• Message text: Cannot copy more than one wage type to the same wage type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 54285 - Cannot copy more than one wage type to the same wage type & ?

  The SAP error message 54285, "Cannot copy more than one wage type to the same wage type," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when there is an attempt to copy multiple wage types into a single wage type during the payroll calculation or configuration.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Issue: In the payroll schema or wage type configuration, there may be an attempt to assign multiple source wage types to a single target wage type, which is not allowed.
  Incorrect Mapping: During the payroll processing, if the mapping of wage types is incorrectly set up, it can lead to this error.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll schema that attempt to copy multiple wage types into one, it can trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema (e.g., PCRs) to ensure that no more than one wage type is being copied to the same target wage type.
  Look for any custom logic that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the wage type configuration in the SAP system (Transaction code: PE01 or PE02).
  Ensure that the mapping of wage types is correctly set up and that no duplicate entries exist for the same target wage type.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll run to identify where the error is being triggered.
  Use transaction code SE37 to analyze the function modules involved in the payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to wage type configuration and payroll processing for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test payroll run to ensure that the error is resolved and that the payroll calculations are correct.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PE01: Maintain Wage Types
  PE02: Change Wage Types
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll Calculation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 54285 in your SAP system.