How To Fix 5O407 - Always specify the number of days and type/quantity for payments in kind

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5O - Notifications in the Master Data Area (Austria)

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Always specify the number of days and type/quantity for payments in kind

What causes this issue?

You have chosen the the field <ZH>Non-monetary rem.</>. However, you
have not made any further entries for non-monetary remuneration.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If the employee has received non-monetary remunertation, you must enter
the <ZH>No. of days</> as well as the <ZH>Type/amount</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5O407 - Always specify the number of days and type/quantity for payments in kind ?

  The SAP error message 5O407 ("Always specify the number of days and type/quantity for payments in kind") typically occurs in the context of payment processing, particularly when dealing with payments in kind (also known as non-cash payments). This error indicates that certain required fields related to the payment in kind have not been filled out correctly.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The system expects specific information regarding the payment in kind, such as:
  
  The number of days for which the payment is applicable.
  The type or quantity of the payment in kind.
  
  
  These fields are either left blank or not properly defined in the transaction you are trying to process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Payment in Kind Fields: Ensure that you have filled in all required fields related to the payment in kind. This includes:
  
  Specifying the number of days for which the payment is applicable.
  Defining the type and quantity of the payment in kind.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: If you are consistently encountering this error, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that the payment in kind functionality is set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to enter payments in kind correctly.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in processing payments are trained on how to correctly enter payment in kind details.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to payment processing, such as F-28 (Incoming Payments) or F-53 (Outgoing Payments).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on handling payments in kind and related configurations.
  
  By ensuring that all required fields are filled out correctly and that users are trained on the process, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the payment processing.