How To Fix 5Q447 - Wage type &1 is added to pension (&2) AND salary (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Q - Error Texts for Public Sector

• Message number: 447

• Message text: Wage type &1 is added to pension (&2) AND salary (&3)

What causes this issue?

The wage type &V1& is contained in the cumulation wage type Pension due
to incapacity to work (with sign &V2&) and in the cumulation wage type
Salary (with sign &V3&), and is therefore added to both revenue types.

System Response

Output of a warning message.

How to fix this error?

Check the Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.OHADOE_ZFA_005>Define Cumulation
Wage Types for BZ01 Notifications</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Q447 - Wage type &1 is added to pension (&2) AND salary (&3) ?

  The SAP error message 5Q447 indicates that a specific wage type is being added to both a pension and a salary, which is not allowed in the system. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing, where wage types are used to categorize different types of compensation and deductions.
  Cause:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type in question is configured to be used for both pension contributions and salary payments, which can lead to conflicts in payroll calculations.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema may not be set up to handle the wage type correctly when it is applied to both categories.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry where the wage type was incorrectly assigned to both the pension and salary components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the wage type in the SAP system. Ensure that it is not set to be used for both pension and salary simultaneously.
  If necessary, create a separate wage type for pension contributions that does not overlap with salary wage types.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Schema:
  
  Review the payroll schema to ensure that it correctly processes the wage types without conflicts. You may need to modify the schema to handle the wage type appropriately.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Verify the employee's payroll data to ensure that the wage type is not mistakenly assigned to both pension and salary. Correct any discrepancies found.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR/Payroll consultant for specific guidance on handling wage types and resolving conflicts.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the payroll calculations are correct.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Types: In SAP, wage types are used to define how different types of payments and deductions are processed in payroll. Each wage type has specific characteristics and can be configured for various purposes.
  Pension Plans: Pension contributions are typically governed by specific regulations and may have different rules compared to regular salary payments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on wage type configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a qualified SAP consultant for further assistance.