How To Fix 5L301 - Off-cycle payment: Please key in payment type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5L - Messages for Malaysian HRMS.

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Off-cycle payment: Please key in payment type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5L301 - Off-cycle payment: Please key in payment type. ?

  The SAP error message 5L301 ("Off-cycle payment: Please key in payment type") typically occurs when you are trying to process an off-cycle payment in the SAP system, but the payment type has not been specified. This error is common in payroll processing when you need to make adjustments or special payments outside of the regular payroll cycle.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system requires a payment type to be specified for off-cycle payments, and it has not been provided. Payment types in SAP payroll can include various categories such as bonus payments, corrections, or other special payments that are not part of the regular payroll run.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to specify the payment type for the off-cycle payment. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Off-Cycle Payment Screen: Navigate to the transaction where you are processing the off-cycle payment (e.g., transaction code PC00_MXX_CALC for off-cycle payroll).
  
  
  Enter Payment Type: Look for a field labeled "Payment Type" or similar. You need to enter the appropriate payment type code that corresponds to the nature of the off-cycle payment you are processing.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are unsure about which payment types are available, you may need to check the configuration in the SAP system. This can typically be done by navigating to the payroll configuration settings in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  Save and Process: After entering the payment type, save your entries and attempt to process the off-cycle payment again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Payment Types: Payment types are defined in the SAP system and can vary based on the organization's payroll configuration. Common payment types include:
  
  Bonus Payments
  Severance Payments
  Correction Payments
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for payroll processing, such as:
  
  PC00_MXX_CALC: For off-cycle payroll processing.
  PA30: For maintaining employee master data.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for specific details on how to handle off-cycle payments and the associated payment types.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to process payroll and make changes to payment types in the system.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a payroll specialist within your organization for further assistance.