How To Fix 5E058 - Grouper & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Grouper & is not defined

What causes this issue?

You have entered a contract grouper that does not exist in the system.

System Response

The system issues a warning.

How to fix this error?

Define the grouper in the IMG activity <DS:SIMG.OHIEGCB>Define contract
groupers</> you will find in the personnel administration
implementation guide under Payroll data, Contract management chapter.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E058 - Grouper & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message "5E058 Grouper & is not defined" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with payroll or personnel administration. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific "grouper" that is referenced in the payroll or personnel data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The grouper that is being referenced in the payroll processing or personnel data has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the configuration or master data where the grouper is supposed to be defined.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Versioning Issues: The grouper may be defined in a different version of the configuration that is not currently active.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Grouper: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction) and define the missing grouper. This may involve creating a new entry or modifying an existing one.
  Check the specific path in SPRO where groupers are defined, typically under "Payroll" or "Personnel Administration".
  
  
  
  Check Master Data: 
  
  Review the master data for the employee or payroll area to ensure that the grouper is correctly assigned and that there are no typos.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: 
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to define groupers in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll or personnel action to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll processing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration or master data.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "5E058 Grouper & is not defined" error in SAP.