How To Fix 5E134 - Wage type &1 not allowed in table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 134

• Message text: Wage type &1 not allowed in table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E134 - Wage type &1 not allowed in table &2 ?

  The SAP error message 5E134 indicates that a specific wage type (denoted as &1) is not allowed in a particular table (denoted as &2). This error typically arises during payroll processing or when trying to post payroll results, and it suggests that there is a configuration issue related to wage types in the payroll schema or in the relevant tables.
  Cause:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type may not be configured correctly in the system. It could be that the wage type is not allowed in the specific context (e.g., it might be restricted for certain employee groups or payroll areas).
  Table Configuration: The table referenced in the error message may not include the wage type in its allowed list. This could be due to missing entries or incorrect settings in the configuration.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema may not be set up to handle the wage type correctly, leading to its rejection during processing.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect data entries in the employee master data or payroll results that reference the wage type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code PE01 (Wage Type Maintenance) and check the configuration for the wage type in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly and is allowed in the relevant context.
  
  
  
  Review Table Settings:
  
  Identify the table mentioned in the error message and check its configuration. You can use transaction codes like SM30 to view the table entries and ensure that the wage type is included in the allowed list.
  
  
  
  Examine Payroll Schema:
  
  Review the payroll schema using transaction code PE02. Ensure that the wage type is correctly integrated into the payroll calculations and that there are no restrictions preventing its use.
  
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Verify the employee master data (transaction code PA30) to ensure that the wage type is correctly assigned to the employee and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to wage type configuration and payroll processing for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PE01: Wage Type Maintenance
  PE02: Payroll Schema Maintenance
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SM30: Table Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights into wage type configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above areas, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.