How To Fix 5R020 - Fields 'Amount' and 'Currency' are payroll irrelevant !

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5R - HR-SG: Messages for HR Module SG, China, Hongkong and Taiwan

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Fields 'Amount' and 'Currency' are payroll irrelevant !

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R020 - Fields 'Amount' and 'Currency' are payroll irrelevant ! ?

  The SAP error message 5R020 indicates that the fields 'Amount' and 'Currency' are considered payroll irrelevant in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically arises in payroll processing when the system encounters data that it does not expect or that is not applicable to payroll calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The fields 'Amount' and 'Currency' may have been populated incorrectly or are not relevant for the payroll process you are executing.
  Configuration Issues: The payroll schema or the specific operation you are trying to perform may not be configured to handle these fields.
  Data Context: The context in which you are trying to use these fields may not support payroll-related calculations or entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entry: Review the entries for the 'Amount' and 'Currency' fields to ensure they are necessary for the payroll process you are executing. If they are not relevant, remove or correct them.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Check the payroll schema and configuration settings to ensure that the fields are correctly defined and that the operation you are performing is set up to handle these fields.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific payroll process you are working with to understand the expected data structure and requirements.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the payroll process to identify where the error is being triggered and understand the context better.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to payroll processing (e.g., PC00_MXX_CALC, PC00_MXX_CEDT) to better understand where the error might be occurring.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.