How To Fix 5C707 - Monthly wage: Error with indirect valuation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 707

• Message text: Monthly wage: Error with indirect valuation

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when determining the monthly wage due to the carrying
out of indirect valuation.

System Response

I. d. R. processing cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Check employee's master data, in particular the infotype basic payments
(0008).

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C707 - Monthly wage: Error with indirect valuation ?

  The SAP error message 5C707, which states "Monthly wage: Error with indirect valuation," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing. This error indicates that there is an issue with the way the monthly wage is being calculated or valued, particularly when using indirect valuation methods.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The indirect valuation method may not be properly configured in the system. This could involve incorrect settings in the wage type configuration or in the payroll schema.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data for the employee (such as infotype records) may be missing or incomplete, which can lead to issues in calculating the wage.
  Valuation Rules: There may be issues with the valuation rules defined for the wage types, such as incorrect assignment of wage types or missing dependencies.
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversion issues or if the employee's currency is not set up correctly, it can lead to valuation errors.
  Payroll Control Record: The payroll control record may not be set up correctly, which can affect the processing of payroll.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the wage types and ensure that the indirect valuation is set up correctly. This includes checking the valuation classes and rules.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data for the employee is complete and accurate. Check infotypes related to payroll, such as infotype 0008 (Basic Pay) and infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions).
  Validate Valuation Rules: Check the valuation rules for the wage types involved. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that all dependencies are met.
  Currency Settings: Verify that the currency settings for the employee are correct and that any necessary currency conversion is properly configured.
  Check Payroll Control Record: Ensure that the payroll control record is correctly set up and that the payroll period is open for processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to error message 5C707 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on payroll processing and indirect valuation methods for further insights.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PE03 (Maintain Payroll Schema) and PE04 (Maintain Payroll Control Record) to review and adjust configurations.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll to ensure that the error is resolved and that the monthly wage is calculated correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP payroll expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.