How To Fix 5G085 - Enter source of P9 data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Enter source of P9 data

What causes this issue?

If you are not running this program as part of start-of-year
processing, you need to enter a P9 dataset name.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter the P9 dataset name.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G085 - Enter source of P9 data ?

  The SAP error message 5G085 ("Enter source of P9 data") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with the P9 data (which is related to tax information in South Africa). This error indicates that the system requires the user to specify the source of the P9 data before proceeding.
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered when:
  
  The P9 data source has not been defined or is missing in the payroll configuration.
  The user is trying to process payroll or generate reports without specifying the necessary source of the P9 data.
  There may be a configuration issue in the payroll schema or the related infotypes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the payroll configuration settings in SAP and ensure that the source of P9 data is correctly defined.
  Verify that the relevant infotypes (such as IT0008 for Basic Pay or IT0014 for Recurring Payments/Deductions) are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Enter Source of P9 Data:
  
  When prompted by the error message, enter the required source of the P9 data. This could be a specific code or identifier that the system recognizes.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema to ensure that it includes the necessary logic to handle P9 data. You may need to consult with a payroll expert or SAP consultant if you are unsure about the configuration.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify payroll data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to payroll processing in your specific version of SAP to understand the requirements for P9 data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  Training: Consider training sessions or workshops on SAP payroll processing to better understand the configuration and data requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or a consultant for further assistance.