How To Fix 5M518 - Payroll was not started for the person in the period & - &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Payroll was not started for the person in the period & - &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M518 - Payroll was not started for the person in the period & - & ?

  The SAP error message 5M518 indicates that payroll processing was not initiated for a specific employee during a given period. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Payroll Control Record: The payroll control record for the specified period may not be set up or may be in a status that prevents payroll processing.
  Employee Status: The employee may be in a status that does not allow payroll processing (e.g., inactive, on leave, etc.).
  Time Evaluation Issues: If time evaluation has not been run or has errors, it may prevent payroll from being processed.
  Master Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect master data for the employee, such as infotypes related to payroll, personal data, or organizational assignment.
  Payroll Area Configuration: The payroll area configuration may not be set up correctly, or the employee may not belong to the correct payroll area for the specified period.
  Period Locking: The payroll period may be locked for processing, preventing any payroll runs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Payroll Control Record: Ensure that the payroll control record for the relevant period is set up correctly and is in the appropriate status (e.g., "Open").
  Verify Employee Status: Check the employee's status in the system to ensure they are eligible for payroll processing.
  Run Time Evaluation: If applicable, run the time evaluation for the employee to ensure that all time data is processed correctly.
  Review Master Data: Check the employee's master data for any missing or incorrect information that could affect payroll processing.
  Check Payroll Area: Verify that the employee is assigned to the correct payroll area and that the payroll area is configured correctly.
  Unlock Period: If the payroll period is locked, consult with your payroll administrator to unlock it if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific procedures related to payroll processing.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in SAP Payroll for further assistance.