How To Fix 5C126 - No wage type exists between & and & in Table T512W

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 126

• Message text: No wage type exists between & and & in Table T512W

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C126 - No wage type exists between & and & in Table T512W ?

  The SAP error message 5C126 indicates that there is no wage type defined in the system for the specified period in the table T512W. This error typically occurs during payroll processing when the system is unable to find a wage type that matches the criteria set for the payroll period.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Wage Type: The wage type you are trying to use does not exist in the specified period. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing entries in the T512W table.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for wage types may not have been set up correctly in the system, leading to the absence of the required wage type for the specified period.
  Period Mismatch: The wage type may exist, but it is not valid for the specified date range or payroll period.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table T512W: Go to transaction SE16 or SE16N and check the entries in table T512W for the wage type in question. Ensure that there is a valid entry for the specified period.
  Create/Modify Wage Type: If the wage type does not exist, you may need to create it or modify the existing configuration. This can be done in the following way:
  
  Use transaction SM30 to maintain the view for T512W.
  Add the necessary wage type for the required period.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SPRO transaction under the Payroll section to ensure that the wage types are correctly defined and assigned.
  Check Validity Period: Ensure that the wage type is valid for the payroll period you are processing. You may need to adjust the validity dates.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to wage types and payroll configuration for any specific instructions or updates.
  Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE16/SE16N: For viewing table entries.
  SM30: For maintaining table views.
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to wage types and payroll processing.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5C126 and ensure that the necessary wage types are correctly configured in your SAP system.