How To Fix 5F634 - System may delete wage types (if new value is zero)

5F634 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 634

• Message text: System may delete wage types (if new value is zero)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F634 - System may delete wage types (if new value is zero) ?

  The SAP error message 5F634 indicates that the system may delete wage types if the new value is set to zero. This typically occurs during payroll processing or when making changes to employee remuneration data. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Zero Value Assignment: The error arises when a wage type is being updated or processed, and the new value assigned to it is zero. In SAP payroll, wage types represent various components of employee compensation, and a zero value may indicate that the wage type is no longer applicable or needed.
  Configuration Settings: The system is configured to automatically delete wage types that have a zero value, which can lead to this warning message.
  Data Entry Errors: It may also occur due to incorrect data entry or processing logic that inadvertently sets wage types to zero.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Wage Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the wage types in