How To Fix 5C125 - Wage type & does not exist in Table T512W

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Wage type & does not exist in Table T512W

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C125 - Wage type & does not exist in Table T512W ?

  The SAP error message 5C125 indicates that a specific wage type does not exist in the table T512W. This table is crucial in the SAP HR module as it contains the definitions of wage types used in payroll processing. When you encounter this error, it typically means that the system is trying to process a wage type that has not been defined or is not available in the T512W table.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Wage Type Definition: The wage type in question has not been created or defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The wage type may have been incorrectly configured or deleted.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some wage types may not have been transferred correctly.
  Custom Wage Types: If you are using custom wage types, they may not have been properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SM30 or SM31 and access the view for T512W.
  Verify if the wage type in question exists in the table. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Wage Type:
  
  If the wage type is missing, you can create it using transaction code PU00 (Wage Type Maintenance).
  Ensure that all necessary attributes and configurations for the wage type are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema to ensure that the wage type is correctly referenced and that there are no errors in the schema configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If you are using custom wage types, ensure that they are properly defined and that any custom logic in the payroll process is correctly implemented.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to wage type configuration for any specific requirements or guidelines.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error is resolved and that the wage type is processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM30/SM31: For maintaining table entries.
  PU00: For wage type maintenance.
  PE01: For maintaining payroll schemas.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to wage types and payroll processing.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on wage type configuration and payroll processing.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.