How To Fix 5N406 - Routine indicator required for cumulative retroactive accounting

5N406 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Routine indicator required for cumulative retroactive accounting

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N406 - Routine indicator required for cumulative retroactive accounting ?

  The SAP error message 5N406, which states "Routine indicator required for cumulative retroactive accounting," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when the system requires a routine indicator for cumulative retroactive accounting but cannot find one. This can happen during payroll runs, especially when dealing with retroactive changes that affect multiple periods.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Routine Indicator: The error usually indicates that the payroll schema or the specific payroll processing function does not have a defined routine indicator for handling cumulative retroactive accounting.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the payroll schema or the specific payroll driver that is being used.
  Incorrect Payroll Processing: The payroll run may be incorrectly set up to handle retroactive accounting, or the necessary settings may not be in place.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Schema: Review the payroll schema being used to ensure that it includes the necessary routine indicators for cumulative retroactive accounting. You may need to