How To Fix 5M553 - Employee is monthly wage earner:ATP types 4,9,B,C,D permitted; selected &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Employee is monthly wage earner:ATP types 4,9,B,C,D permitted; selected &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M553 - Employee is monthly wage earner:ATP types 4,9,B,C,D permitted; selected & ?

  The SAP error message 5M553 indicates that there is an issue related to the employee's wage type configuration in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the employee is classified as a monthly wage earner, and the system is enforcing restrictions on the types of Absence Time (ATP) that can be selected for this employee.
  Cause:
  
  Employee Classification: The employee is classified as a monthly wage earner, which means that only certain types of absence time (ATP types) are permitted for selection.
  ATP Type Restrictions: The error message specifies that only ATP types 4, 9, B, C, and D are allowed for this employee. If an ATP type outside of this list is selected, the error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that define which ATP types are allowed for different employee classifications.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selected ATP Type: Review the ATP type that you are trying to select for the employee. Ensure that it is one of the permitted types (4, 9, B, C, D).
  Change ATP Type: If the selected ATP type is not permitted, change it to one of the allowed types.
  Review Employee Master Data: Check the employee's master data to confirm their classification as a monthly wage earner and ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Configuration Review: If necessary, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to review the settings related to ATP types and employee classifications. They may need to adjust the configuration if there are discrepancies.
  Testing: After making changes, test the selection again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP HR Module: This error is typically encountered in the SAP Human Resources (HR) module, particularly in the area of time management and payroll processing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on ATP types and employee classifications.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the issue effectively.