How To Fix 5M013 - Specify wage type & as either ER contribution or EE contribution

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Specify wage type & as either ER contribution or EE contribution

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M013 - Specify wage type & as either ER contribution or EE contribution ?

  The SAP error message 5M013 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of wage types in the payroll process. Specifically, it suggests that a wage type needs to be specified as either an employer (ER) contribution or an employee (EE) contribution, but it has not been properly defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type in question has not been assigned a category that distinguishes it as either an employer contribution or an employee contribution. This is typically a configuration issue in the payroll settings.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema may not be correctly set up to handle the wage type, leading to confusion in the processing of contributions.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing information in the employee master data related to the wage type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 and access the view for wage types (e.g., V_T512W).
  Ensure that the wage type in question is correctly configured as either an ER contribution or an EE contribution. This is done by checking the "Contribution Type" field.
  If it is not set, you will need to update the configuration accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema (transaction code PE01) to ensure that the wage type is included and processed correctly.
  Make sure that the schema logic correctly identifies the wage type as either an employer or employee contribution.
  
  
  
  Validate Employee Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 or PA30 to review the employee master data.
  Ensure that the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0014 for recurring payments and deductions) are correctly populated with the wage type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the contributions are processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on wage type configuration and payroll processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5M013 and ensure that the wage types are correctly classified in your SAP system.