How To Fix 54289 - & is not a valid wage type group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 54 - Messages for HR tables

• Message number: 289

• Message text: & is not a valid wage type group

What causes this issue?

You have entered a non-existent wage type group.

System Response

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?

Please enter a valid wage type group. Use F4 to display
the possible entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 54289 - & is not a valid wage type group ?

  The SAP error message "54289 & is not a valid wage type group" typically indicates that the wage type group you are trying to use in a payroll or personnel calculation context does not exist or is not correctly defined in the system. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during payroll processing, when configuring wage types, or when running reports that involve wage type groups.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Wage Type Group: The specified wage type group does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The wage type group may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the wage type group name or code being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the wage type group.
  Transport Issues: If the wage type group was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Group: Verify that the wage type group exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under the Payroll or Personnel Administration modules).
  
  Use transaction code SM30 to check the table/view for wage type groups (e.g., T512W).
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration: If the wage type group does not exist, you may need to create it or correct its configuration. This can be done in the following way:
  
  Go to SPRO ? IMG ? Payroll ? Wage Type ? Define Wage Type Groups.
  Ensure that the wage type group is correctly defined and includes the necessary wage types.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos: Double-check the spelling and format of the wage type group name in your configuration or report.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the wage type group. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the wage type group was recently transported, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or the purpose of the wage type group, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Type Groups: These are used to categorize wage types for reporting and processing purposes in payroll. They help in grouping similar wage types together for easier management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM30, SPRO, and PA20/PA30 for personnel administration tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to wage type groups and error messages.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in payroll configuration.