How To Fix 5Z033 - Wage type & is not a primary, secondary, or absence wage type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Wage type & is not a primary, secondary, or absence wage type

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to assign a primary, parallel, or absence period to
the specified wage type. This is probably due to a program error.

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?

To rule out a program error, check the consistency of the entries in
combination table T5D5G.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z033 - Wage type & is not a primary, secondary, or absence wage type ?

  The SAP error message 5Z033 indicates that a specific wage type is not classified as a primary, secondary, or absence wage type in the system. This error typically arises during payroll processing or when attempting to enter wage types in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type in question has not been properly configured in the SAP system. It may not be assigned to the correct category (primary, secondary, or absence).
  Incorrect Wage Type Usage: The wage type may be incorrectly used in a payroll run or in a specific context where it is not allowed.
  Master Data Issues: The employee master data may reference a wage type that is not valid or not set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 and check the configuration for the wage type in the relevant tables (e.g., T512W for wage types).
  Ensure that the wage type is defined as a primary, secondary, or absence wage type as required.
  
  
  
  Modify Wage Type Settings:
  
  If the wage type is not set up correctly, you may need to modify its settings. This can be done in the configuration settings under SPRO > Payroll > Wage Types > Define Wage Types.
  Ensure that the wage type is assigned to the correct group and has the necessary attributes.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee master data to ensure that the wage type is correctly assigned to the employee. You can do this using transaction PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  If the wage type is not valid for the employee, you may need to update the master data accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to wage type configuration and payroll processing for any additional guidance or specific requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test payroll run to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Type Groups: Understanding the different categories of wage types (primary, secondary, absence) is crucial for proper payroll processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to wage type configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM30, PA30, SPRO, and PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll calculation) to navigate the system effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.