How To Fix 5D019 - No apportionment type for garnishment & & (no default)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 019

• Message text: No apportionment type for garnishment & & (no default)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D019 - No apportionment type for garnishment & & (no default) ?

  The SAP error message 5D019 ("No apportionment type for garnishment & & (no default)") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, specifically when dealing with garnishments. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid apportionment type for the specified garnishment, which is necessary for calculating deductions from an employee's salary.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the apportionment type for the garnishment has not been defined in the system. This can happen if the garnishment type is newly created or if there have been changes in the configuration.
  Incorrect Garnishment Type: The garnishment type being referenced may not be correctly set up or may not exist in the system.
  Default Settings: The system may not have a default apportionment type set for the garnishment, leading to this error when attempting to process payroll.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration settings for payroll and garnishments. You can access this through the transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Payroll -> Garnishments -> Define Apportionment Types.
  Ensure that the appropriate apportionment type is defined for the garnishment type in question.
  
  
  
  Define Default Apportionment Type:
  
  If no default apportionment type is set, you may need to define one. This can usually be done in the same configuration area where you define apportionment types.
  Make sure to assign the correct garnishment type to the apportionment type.
  
  
  
  Review Garnishment Types:
  
  Check the specific garnishment type being referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly configured and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to see if the error persists. If it does, double-check the configuration and ensure that all related settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring garnishments and apportionment types.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) for testing and troubleshooting.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, 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 5D019 and ensure that garnishments are processed correctly in your SAP system.