How To Fix 5F311 - Modifier and profit-sharing year are not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Modifier and profit-sharing year are not defined

What causes this issue?

The modifier '&v1&' and the fiscal year '&v2&' are not defined.

System Response

The system displays an error message and interrupts the processing.

How to fix this error?

Define the modifier '&v1&' and the fiscal year '&v2' with the help of
the activity <DS:SIMG.OHIF03644>'Define profit sharing modifier'</> of
the
implementation guide (IMG).

Procedure for System Administrators

Table T5F3B contains no entry with the keys MOPAR = '&v1&' and AATTR = '
&v2&' (see view V_5F3B_A).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F311 - Modifier and profit-sharing year are not defined ?

  The SAP error message 5F311 indicates that the modifier and profit-sharing year are not defined in the system. This error typically arises in the context of profit-sharing agreements or incentive calculations within SAP, particularly in modules related to sales and distribution or financial accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The modifier or profit-sharing year has not been defined in the system configuration. This could be due to incomplete setup during the implementation phase or changes in business processes that were not reflected in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry where the modifier or profit-sharing year is incorrectly specified or left blank.
  Master Data Issues: The relevant master data (e.g., customer, vendor, or product) may not have the necessary information related to profit-sharing defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the customizing transaction SPRO).
  Ensure that the modifier and profit-sharing year are defined correctly in the system. This may involve checking the settings under the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Profitability Analysis).
  If necessary, create or update the entries for the modifier and profit-sharing year.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data records associated with the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that all required fields, including the modifier and profit-sharing year, are filled out correctly.
  Update the master data if any required information is missing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on how to define modifiers and profit-sharing years in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in checking configurations or master data, such as:
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  SE11 (Data Dictionary)
  SE16 (Data Browser)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP notes and documentation related to profit-sharing and modifiers for specific guidance on your version of SAP.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant configurations and master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5F311 and ensure that the modifier and profit-sharing year are correctly defined in your SAP system.