How To Fix 5Z348 - Var. key & not permitted for pay scale type &, pay scale area &, group &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 348

• Message text: Var. key & not permitted for pay scale type &, pay scale area &, group &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z348 - Var. key & not permitted for pay scale type &, pay scale area &, group & ?

  The SAP error message 5Z348 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the pay scale type, pay scale area, and employee group in the payroll or personnel administration module. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to assign a variable key that is not allowed for the specified pay scale type, pay scale area, and employee group combination.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The variable key being used is not configured for the specified pay scale type, pay scale area, or employee group in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong pay scale type, area, or group is being referenced.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the employee or the pay scale configuration may be missing or incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction) and verify the settings for the pay scale type, pay scale area, and employee group.
  Ensure that the variable key is correctly assigned to the combination of pay scale type, area, and group.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the employee master data to ensure that the pay scale type, pay scale area, and employee group are correctly assigned.
  Make sure that the employee's data is consistent with the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Variable Key:
  
  If the variable key is not permitted, you may need to either change the variable key to one that is allowed or modify the configuration to include the variable key for the specified combination.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on how to resolve this error based on your organization's configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), SPRO (Customizing), or PE03 (Maintain Payroll Schema) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the configuration or master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR/Payroll configurations.