How To Fix 5M586 - Specify both the payroll type and payroll date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 586

• Message text: Specify both the payroll type and payroll date

What causes this issue?

You have left one of the fields Payroll Type and Payroll Date empty.
This makes it impossible for the system to decide which payroll period
should be used.
You must fill out both sets of information for a special payroll run,
otherwise it is not possible to identify the payroll period correctly.

System Response

Entry is interrupted to enable you to fill out the missing information.

How to fix this error?

Fill out both fields.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M586 - Specify both the payroll type and payroll date ?

  The SAP error message 5M586, "Specify both the payroll type and payroll date," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system requires both a payroll type and a payroll date to proceed with the payroll processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input Fields: The error usually arises when the user attempts to execute a payroll run without specifying the necessary parameters, specifically the payroll type (e.g., monthly, bi-weekly) and the payroll date (the date for which the payroll is being processed).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the payroll area settings that do not allow the system to determine the payroll type or date automatically.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering these fields in the payroll processing transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that both the payroll type and payroll date are specified in the relevant transaction. This can typically be done in the payroll processing screen where you initiate the payroll run.
  Review Configuration: If the fields are correctly filled but the error persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP system:
  
  Go to the configuration for payroll areas and ensure that the payroll types are correctly defined.
  Check the payroll schema to ensure that it is set up to recognize the payroll type and date.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., PC00_MXX_CALC, where XX is the country code) to access the payroll processing screen and verify the entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on the payroll processing for your country version, as there may be country-specific requirements.
  User Training: If this is a recurring issue, consider providing additional training for users on how to correctly enter payroll parameters.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Logs: Review transaction logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Support: If the problem persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that both the payroll type and payroll date are specified correctly, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the payroll processing.