How To Fix 5D868 - Change the wage type modifier

5D868 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 868

• Message text: Change the wage type modifier

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D868 - Change the wage type modifier ?

  The SAP error message 5D868, which states "Change the wage type modifier," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when there is an issue with the configuration of wage types in the system. This error is often related to the wage type modifier settings that are not correctly defined or are inconsistent with the payroll processing requirements.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Wage Type Configuration: The wage type modifier may not be set up correctly in the system. This can happen if the wage type is not assigned a proper modifier that aligns with the payroll calculations.
  Missing or Inconsistent Data: There may be missing data or inconsistencies in the employee master data or payroll schema that reference the wage type.
  Changes in Payroll Schema: If there have been recent changes to the payroll schema or wage type definitions, it may lead to this error if the changes are not properly reflected in the configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage