How To Fix 5F731 - Workplace &4, the amount of wage type &1 has not been converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 731

• Message text: Workplace &4, the amount of wage type &1 has not been converted

What causes this issue?

The wage type amount &V1& has not been converted from '&V2&' to '&V3&'
for workplace &V4&.

System Response

The system displays a warning message and resumes processing with the
unconverted amount.

How to fix this error?

Check that an exchange rate has been entered from currencies '&V2&' and
'&V3&'. Check also that the amount has been entered with a currency.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F731 - Workplace &4, the amount of wage type &1 has not been converted ?

  The SAP error message 5F731 typically indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of a wage type during payroll processing. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when the payroll system is trying to convert wage types from one format to another, and it fails to do so for a specific wage type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The wage type may not be properly configured in the system for conversion. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant tables or settings.
  Incorrect Wage Type: The wage type specified may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the employee master data or payroll data that prevent the conversion from occurring.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll process, they may interfere with the standard conversion logic.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Verify the configuration of the wage type in the relevant payroll schema and ensure that it is set up correctly for conversion.
  Check the wage type characteristics in the table T512W to ensure it is defined properly.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Look into the payroll schema being used and ensure that the wage type is included in the conversion logic.
  Check for any custom rules that may affect the conversion.
  
  
  
  Validate Wage Type:
  
  Ensure that the wage type &1 is valid and exists in the system. You can check this in the wage type table (e.g., T512W).
  
  
  
  Check Employee Data:
  
  Review the employee master data to ensure that all necessary fields are populated correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll run to identify where the conversion is failing. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PE01 (to maintain payroll schemas) or PE02 (to maintain wage types) to check configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making changes, always perform a test payroll run to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the wage type is being converted correctly.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP payroll expert for further assistance.