How To Fix 5O607 - Select a valid reason for pay in lieu of notice (03, 04)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 607

• Message text: Select a valid reason for pay in lieu of notice (03, 04)

What causes this issue?

You have entered an invalid value in the field <ZH>Reason for severance
pay</>.

System Response

This entry does not start the ABAP program.

How to fix this error?

Delete the entry or replace the entry with a valid value. Use the
possible values help for this field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5O607 - Select a valid reason for pay in lieu of notice (03, 04) ?

  The SAP error message 5O607 indicates that there is an issue with the selection of a valid reason for "pay in lieu of notice" (often abbreviated as PILON) in the payroll or personnel administration module. This error typically arises when the user attempts to process a payroll action that requires a specific reason code for the payment, but the selected reason is either invalid or not configured correctly in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Reason Code: The reason code selected for pay in lieu of notice is not recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo, or the code may not be set up in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The reason codes for pay in lieu of notice may not be properly configured in the SAP system. This could involve missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings in the payroll configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to select certain reason codes, leading to the error.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the payroll processing can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Reason Codes: Verify that the reason codes (03, 04, etc.) are correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the IMG under Payroll settings).
  Correct Selection: Ensure that you are selecting a valid reason code for pay in lieu of notice. If you are unsure, consult with your HR or payroll administrator for the correct codes.
  Configuration Review: If the reason codes are not set up, you may need to configure them in the system. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Navigating to the relevant section for payroll and personnel administration.
  Adding or modifying the reason codes as necessary.
  
  
  User Permissions: Check if the user has the necessary permissions to access and select the reason codes. If not, the user may need to be granted additional roles or permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring and using reason codes in payroll processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in payroll processing are adequately trained on the use of reason codes and the implications of selecting them.
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that payroll processing can proceed without issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll modules.