How To Fix 5F138 - Contribution &1 &2 valid up to &3: modif. rate &4 not defined (T5F1C1)

5F138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Contribution &1 &2 valid up to &3: modif. rate &4 not defined (T5F1C1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F138 - Contribution &1 &2 valid up to &3: modif. rate &4 not defined (T5F1C1) ?

  The SAP error message 5F138, which states "Contribution &1 &2 valid up to &3: modif. rate &4 not defined (T5F1C1)," typically relates to issues in the configuration of contribution rates in the SAP system, particularly in the context of payroll or benefits management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error indicates that there is a modification rate (modif. rate) that has not been defined in the system for the specified contribution type. This could happen if the configuration for a specific contribution type or modification rate has not been set up correctly in the system.
  Invalid Date Range: The contribution type may have a validity period that does not align with the current date or the date being processed.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry for the contribution type or the modification rate.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for contribution rates in the SAP system (usually found in the IMG