How To Fix 5F170 - Exclude Retroactive Accounting setting not used: wage type <> /3xx

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Exclude Retroactive Accounting setting not used: wage type <> /3xx

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F170 - Exclude Retroactive Accounting setting not used: wage type <> /3xx ?

  The SAP error message 5F170, which states "Exclude Retroactive Accounting setting not used: wage type <> /3xx," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of wage types related to retroactive accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type in question (represented by <> /3xx) is not configured to exclude retroactive accounting. This means that the system is trying to process a wage type that should not be included in retroactive calculations, but the configuration does not reflect that.
  Retroactive Accounting Settings: The retroactive accounting settings for the payroll area or the specific wage type may not be set correctly. This can happen if the wage type is not marked as "exclude from retroactive accounting" in the configuration.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema may not be correctly set up to handle the wage type in question, leading to this error during payroll processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 and check the configuration for the wage type in question.
  Ensure that the wage type is correctly set up to exclude retroactive accounting if that is the intended behavior.
  
  
  
  Adjust Retroactive Accounting Settings:
  
  Navigate to the payroll configuration (transaction code SPRO).
  Under Payroll -> Payroll for  -> Wage Types -> Define Wage Types, check the settings for the wage type.
  Ensure that the "Exclude from retroactive accounting" option is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema (transaction code PE01) to ensure that the wage type is being processed correctly.
  Look for any specific rules or operations that might be affecting the wage type's treatment in retroactive accounting.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on wage type configuration and retroactive accounting settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5F170 and ensure that your payroll processing runs smoothly.