How To Fix 5E027 - Payment key $ is not allowed in this infotype.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Payment key $ is not allowed in this infotype.

What causes this issue?

You have entered a payment key that is not permitted in the 'Additional
income' infotype (090).

System Response

Error message.

How to fix this error?

Please enter a valid payment key. To do so, use the data field F4 help.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E027 - Payment key $ is not allowed in this infotype. ?

  The SAP error message 5E027 indicates that a specific payment key is not allowed in the infotype you are trying to process. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll or employee payment processing, where certain payment keys are restricted based on configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Payment Key: The payment key you are trying to use is not defined or is not allowed for the specific infotype (e.g., infotype 0008 for basic pay).
  Configuration Settings: The payment key may be restricted in the configuration settings of the payroll module. This could be due to the payment key being marked as inactive or not assigned to the relevant infotype.
  Infotype Restrictions: Certain infotypes may have specific payment keys that are permitted, and using an invalid key will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payment Key: Verify that the payment key you are using is valid and correctly configured in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration in the relevant payroll area.
  Review Infotype Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the infotype in question (e.g., using transaction code SPRO). Navigate to the payroll settings and check the allowed payment keys for the specific infotype.
  Update Infotype Data: If the payment key is indeed valid but not allowed for the infotype, you may need to update the infotype data to use a different payment key that is permitted.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR consultant to understand the specific restrictions related to the payment key and infotype.
  Testing: After making changes, test the infotype entry again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store employee-related information. Each infotype has specific fields and rules regarding what data can be entered.
  Payment Keys: Payment keys are used in payroll processing to determine how payments are calculated and processed. They can represent different types of payments, deductions, or benefits.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for configuration changes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll configurations.