How To Fix 5D355 - Identifier and/or wage type (target wage type) not declared in T5DCL

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Identifier and/or wage type (target wage type) not declared in T5DCL

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D355 - Identifier and/or wage type (target wage type) not declared in T5DCL ?

  The SAP error message 5D355 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of wage types in the system, specifically that the identifier and/or wage type (target wage type) has not been declared in the T5DCL table. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with country-specific payroll configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The wage type or identifier you are trying to use has not been defined in the T5DCL table. This table is used to declare wage types and their corresponding identifiers for various payroll processes.
  Incorrect Wage Type: The wage type being referenced may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom wage types or identifiers, they may not have been properly configured in the T5DCL table.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check T5DCL Table: 
  
  Go to transaction code SE16N or SE11 and enter the table name T5DCL.
  Check if the wage type and identifier you are trying to use are present in the table. If they are not, you will need to add them.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Entries:
  
  If the wage type or identifier is missing, you can add it by using transaction code SM30 to maintain the view for T5DCL.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to this table.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the payroll configuration settings to ensure that all necessary wage types and identifiers are correctly defined.
  Check if there are any country-specific settings that need to be configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll configuration for your specific country to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE16N: Data Browser for viewing table entries.
  SM30: Table maintenance view for maintaining entries in T5DCL.
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data, where you can check employee records related to wage types.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  
  
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SAP error message 5D355.