How To Fix 5D226 - Enter a short indicator or a wage type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Enter a short indicator or a wage type

What causes this issue?

The system requires an abbreviation or a wage type entry.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter either an abbreviation or a wage type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D226 - Enter a short indicator or a wage type ?

  The SAP error message 5D226 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when entering wage types in the SAP system. This error indicates that a required field for a wage type is missing or not properly filled out. Specifically, it suggests that the system expects a short indicator or a wage type to be entered, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Short Indicator: The short indicator (or abbreviation) for a wage type is not entered in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Configuration: The wage type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of a short indicator.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required information or made a typographical error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Required Information:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction where the error occurred (e.g., payroll processing, infotype maintenance).
  Ensure that you enter a valid short indicator or wage type in the specified field.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration of the wage types in the SAP system. This can be done through transaction codes like PE01 (Wage Type Maintenance) or V_T512W (Wage Type Characteristics).
  Ensure that the wage type you are trying to use has a corresponding short indicator defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to wage types and payroll processing to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Types: In SAP, wage types are used to categorize different types of payments and deductions in payroll processing. Each wage type can have various characteristics, including a short indicator.
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store related information. In payroll, infotypes like 0008 (Basic Pay) and 0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions) may be relevant.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for payroll processing, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  
  By ensuring that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the wage types are properly configured, you should be able to resolve the error message 5D226.