How To Fix 5M303 - The company to be used for PBS is incorrectly specified (T5M5P / T5M5Q)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 303

• Message text: The company to be used for PBS is incorrectly specified (T5M5P / T5M5Q)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M303 - The company to be used for PBS is incorrectly specified (T5M5P / T5M5Q) ?

  The SAP error message 5M303 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the company code in relation to the Payroll Business System (PBS). This error typically arises when the company code specified in the payroll processing does not match the configuration settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Company Code Configuration: The company code specified in the payroll processing does not exist or is not correctly configured in the system.
  Missing Entries in T5M5P/T5M5Q Tables: The tables T5M5P (for payroll area) and T5M5Q (for payroll processing) may not have the correct entries for the company code.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the company code, such as missing or incorrect settings in the payroll area or other related configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the company code in SAP and ensure that it is correctly set up for payroll processing.
  Verify that the company code is active and properly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Review T5M5P and T5M5Q Tables:
  
  Use transaction codes SE11 or SE16 to access the T5M5P and T5M5Q tables.
  Check if the relevant entries for the company code are present and correctly configured.
  If entries are missing, you may need to add them or correct any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Area Settings:
  
  Ensure that the payroll area associated with the company code is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate company code.
  Verify that the payroll area is active and configured for the relevant payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to payroll configuration to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11 (Data Dictionary) for checking table entries.
  PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) for checking employee data related to the company code.
  SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for accessing configuration settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the payroll configuration and related tables.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.