How To Fix 5F052 - Incompatibility between the wage type group value &1 and tagret format &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5F - HR F: Error Messages (France)

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Incompatibility between the wage type group value &1 and tagret format &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F052 - Incompatibility between the wage type group value &1 and tagret format &2 ?

  The SAP error message 5F052 indicates an incompatibility between the wage type group value and the target format. This error typically arises during payroll processing when there is a mismatch between the wage type configuration and the expected format for the payroll results.
  Cause:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type group defined in the payroll schema may not be compatible with the target format specified for the payroll results. This can happen if the wage type is not correctly assigned to the appropriate group or if the group is not configured properly.
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be an issue with how wage types are mapped to the target format in the payroll processing configuration.
  Changes in Configuration: Recent changes in the wage type configuration or payroll schema may have introduced inconsistencies that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code PE01 (Wage Type Maintenance) and verify the configuration of the wage type group. Ensure that the wage types are correctly assigned to the appropriate groups.
  Check the target format settings in the payroll schema to ensure they align with the wage type group.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Use transaction code PE02 to review the payroll schema. Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the processing logic that could lead to this incompatibility.
  Ensure that the wage type group is correctly referenced in the schema.
  
  
  
  Validate Mapping:
  
  Check the mapping of wage types to the target format. Ensure that all wage types used in the payroll process are compatible with the expected output format.
  
  
  
  Test Payroll Run:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test payroll run to see if the error persists. Monitor the logs for any additional errors or warnings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to wage type configuration and payroll processing for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and making adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have taken to resolve it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: PE01 (Wage Type Maintenance), PE02 (Payroll Schema), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on wage type configuration and payroll processing.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on wage types, payroll processing, and configuration best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the incompatibility issue indicated by the error message 5F052.