How To Fix 5M485 - Error during indirect valuation of monthly salary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 485

• Message text: Error during indirect valuation of monthly salary

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M485 - Error during indirect valuation of monthly salary ?

  The SAP error message 5M485, which indicates "Error during indirect valuation of monthly salary," typically arises in the context of payroll processing. This error can occur due to various reasons related to the configuration of payroll, master data, or the specific payroll run being executed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The indirect valuation method may not be properly configured in the payroll schema or in the relevant wage types.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: Employee master data, such as infotypes related to payroll (e.g., infotype 0008 for basic pay), may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Wage Type Issues: The wage types used in the payroll run may not be set up correctly for indirect valuation.
  Payroll Schema Errors: There may be issues in the payroll schema that prevent the correct calculation of salaries.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the payroll run may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or perform specific actions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the payroll schema and ensure that the indirect valuation is set up correctly. This includes checking the relevant wage types and their settings.
  Review Master Data: Verify that all necessary employee master data is complete and accurate. Pay special attention to infotypes related to compensation and benefits.
  Examine Wage Types: Ensure that the wage types involved in the payroll run are correctly defined and that their valuation methods are appropriate for indirect valuation.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the payroll run to identify where the error occurs. This may provide insights into what is causing the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing and indirect valuation for any specific guidance or known issues.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the payroll run has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to error 5M485. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  Testing: If changes are made to configuration or master data, conduct a test payroll run to ensure that the issue is resolved before processing actual payroll.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.