How To Fix 5F524 - No data has been entered in table T5F42

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 524

• Message text: No data has been entered in table T5F42

What causes this issue?

The employee's contract type has been determined using the
HR_FR_GET_CONTRACT function module.
This employee's contract has not been entered in table T5F42.

How to fix this error?

In the contract management table (T5F42), enter your employee's contract
type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F524 - No data has been entered in table T5F42 ?

  The SAP error message 5F524 indicating "No data has been entered in table T5F42" typically arises in the context of payroll processing or configuration related to employee benefits, particularly in the area of tax or social security contributions.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system expects data in the table T5F42, which is used for storing specific configuration or master data related to payroll processing, but finds that the table is empty. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for the payroll area or employee group has not been set up in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the relevant entries may not have been transferred correctly.
  Incorrect Payroll Area: The payroll area being processed may not have the required entries in the T5F42 table.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payroll and ensure that the necessary entries are made in table T5F42. This table typically contains data related to specific payroll processing rules or parameters.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu and navigate to the relevant payroll settings.
  
  
  
  Enter Required Data:
  
  If the table is indeed empty, you will need to enter the required data. This may involve defining the necessary payroll parameters, such as tax classes, contribution types, or other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Area:
  
  Ensure that the payroll area you are working with is correctly set up and that it corresponds to the entries in T5F42. You may need to check if the employee's payroll area is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on what data should be present in T5F42 for your particular configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table T5F42: This table is part of the payroll configuration and is used to store specific parameters related to payroll processing. Understanding the structure and purpose of this table is crucial for troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA40 (Personnel Actions), and SPRO (Customizing) for configuration tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message, as there may be patches or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.