How To Fix 5V601 - Function HR_BE_LOW_WAGES returned code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5V - HR: Messages for Belgium

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Function HR_BE_LOW_WAGES returned code &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5V601 - Function HR_BE_LOW_WAGES returned code & ?

  The SAP error message 5V601, which indicates that the function HR_BE_LOW_WAGES returned an error code, typically relates to issues in the payroll processing for Belgium. This function is part of the payroll calculation for Belgian employees and is used to check for low wage conditions.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll schema or the related configuration for low wages may not be set up correctly.
  Data Issues: There may be incorrect or missing data in the employee master records or payroll results that the function is trying to process.
  Threshold Values: The thresholds for low wages may not be defined correctly, or the employee's wages may fall below the expected limits.
  Custom Code: If there are any custom modifications or enhancements in the payroll processing, they might be causing the function to fail.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the payroll schema and ensure that the HR_BE_LOW_WAGES function is correctly configured.
  Verify that the thresholds for low wages are set correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee master data for any inconsistencies or missing information that could affect payroll processing.
  Ensure that the wage types and amounts are correctly entered in the payroll results.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the payroll run to see what specific conditions are causing the function to return an error code.
  Look for any custom code that might be interfering with the standard payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the HR_BE_LOW_WAGES function for any known issues or updates.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide updates to the payroll processing functions.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE37 (Function Module) to analyze the function module HR_BE_LOW_WAGES and see its implementation.
  Payroll Processing: Familiarize yourself with the payroll processing steps in SAP, especially for Belgium, to understand how low wages are calculated and reported.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.