How To Fix 58004 - Module component & for module & invalid (wage type &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 58 - Indirect valuation

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Module component & for module & invalid (wage type &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 58004 - Module component & for module & invalid (wage type &) ?

  The SAP error message 58004 typically indicates an issue related to payroll processing, specifically concerning wage types in the context of a payroll module. The error message format usually looks like this:
  58004 Module component & for module & invalid (wage type &)
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Wage Type: The wage type specified in the payroll run is not recognized or is not valid for the current payroll processing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll schema or in the wage type settings that prevent the system from processing the wage type correctly.
  Missing Master Data: The employee master data may be missing necessary information related to the wage type.
  Incorrect Module Component: The module component specified may not be correctly set up or may not correspond to the wage type being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 and check the configuration for the wage type in the relevant tables (e.g., T512W).
  Ensure that the wage type is correctly defined and is active.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema being used to ensure that it includes the correct processing logic for the wage type in question.
  Use transaction code PE01 to review and modify the payroll schema if necessary.
  
  
  
  Validate Employee Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the employee master data is complete and that the wage type is assigned correctly in the infotypes (e.g., IT0008 for Basic Pay).
  Use transaction code PA20 or PA30 to review the employee's master data.
  
  
  
  Check Module Component:
  
  Verify that the module component specified in the error message is valid and correctly configured in the system.
  Ensure that the necessary modules are activated in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM30/SM31: For table maintenance.
  PE01: For payroll schema maintenance.
  PA20/PA30: For viewing and maintaining employee master data.
  
  
  
  Wage Type Configuration: Wage types are defined in the SAP system and can be customized based on the organization's payroll requirements. Each wage type has specific characteristics that determine how it is processed in payroll.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide updates related to the error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SAP error message 58004.