How To Fix 5M380 - Termination: Payroll area & not defined in T549A

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 380

• Message text: Termination: Payroll area & not defined in T549A

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M380 - Termination: Payroll area & not defined in T549A ?

  The SAP error message 5M380 indicates that there is a problem with the payroll area configuration in the system. Specifically, it means that the payroll area you are trying to use is not defined in the T549A table, which is crucial for payroll processing in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The payroll area you are trying to access or process is not defined in the T549A table.
  There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the payroll area field.
  The payroll area might have been deleted or not created in the system.
  The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the payroll area.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payroll Area Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll Areas > Define Payroll Areas.
  Verify if the payroll area in question is defined in the T549A table. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Payroll Area:
  
  If the payroll area does not exist, create a new entry in the T549A table with the required details.
  If it exists but is incorrectly configured, modify the entry to ensure it meets the necessary criteria.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the payroll area code you are using in your payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the payroll area. You may need to check the user roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides related to payroll areas in your organization to ensure compliance with internal standards.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  T549A Table: This table contains the configuration for payroll areas, including their definitions and associated parameters.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  SE11: To view the structure of the T549A table.
  PA03: To maintain payroll area settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official documentation for further assistance.