How To Fix 5M368 - Person rejected: PBS wage type & (SAP &) not permitted!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 368

• Message text: Person rejected: PBS wage type & (SAP &) not permitted!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M368 - Person rejected: PBS wage type & (SAP &) not permitted! ?

  The SAP error message 5M368 "Person rejected: PBS wage type & (SAP &) not permitted!" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with wage types in the Payroll Accounting System (PBS). This error indicates that there is a wage type that is not allowed for the specific employee or the payroll run being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type in question may not be configured correctly in the system. It could be that the wage type is not allowed for the specific employee group or personnel area.
  Employee Status: The employee's status may not permit the use of the specified wage type. For example, if the employee is on leave or has a specific employment status that restricts certain wage types.
  Collective Agreement: There may be collective agreements or legal regulations that restrict the use of certain wage types for specific employee categories.
  Master Data Issues: There could be issues with the employee's master data, such as incorrect infotype entries or missing information that affects wage type eligibility.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the wage type in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly and is permitted for the employee's group and area.
  
  Transaction Code: V_T512W (Wage Type Characteristics)
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data: Check the employee's master data for any inconsistencies or missing information that could affect wage type eligibility.
  
  Transaction Code: PA20 (Display HR Master Data)
  
  
  Validate Employee Status: Ensure that the employee's status allows for the use of the wage type in question. If the employee is on leave or has a specific status, consider whether the wage type should be used.
  Consult Collective Agreements: If applicable, review any collective agreements or legal regulations that may restrict the use of the wage type for the employee.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test payroll run to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and wage type configuration for further insights.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.