How To Fix 5Z488 - Entry does not exist in payroll parameters table (T511K)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 488

• Message text: Entry does not exist in payroll parameters table (T511K)

What causes this issue?

The selected entry does not exist in table T511K (<LS>Payroll Parameters
</>). Using country grouping &V1& (MOLGA) and payroll parameter &V2&
(KONST), the system attempted to read a valid entry from the table for
key date &V3&. No matching entry exists.

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?

Add the missing entry to table T511K.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z488 - Entry does not exist in payroll parameters table (T511K) ?

  The SAP error message 5Z488 indicates that there is an issue with the payroll parameters table (T511K) in the SAP system. This error typically occurs when the system is trying to access a payroll parameter that does not exist for the specified employee or payroll area.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Entry: The most common cause is that there is no entry in the T511K table for the specific payroll area, employee group, or employee subgroup being processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll parameters may not have been configured correctly for the specific employee or payroll area.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or infotypes related to payroll that lead to this error.
  Customizations: If there are custom payroll processes or modifications, they may not be correctly set up to reference the necessary parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check T511K Table: Use transaction code SE16 or SE16N to view the T511K table and check if the required entries exist for the relevant payroll area, employee group, and employee subgroup.
  Maintain Payroll Parameters: If the required entry is missing, you will need to create or maintain the necessary payroll parameters. This can typically be done through the following:
  
  Transaction code SPRO: Navigate to the relevant configuration path for payroll parameters and ensure that the necessary entries are created.
  Use the IMG (Implementation Guide) to configure payroll parameters for the specific employee group/subgroup.
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data: Check the employee master data (infotypes) to ensure that the employee is assigned to the correct payroll area, employee group, and employee subgroup.
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation related to payroll configuration to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE16/SE16N: For viewing table entries.
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  PA30: For maintaining employee master data.
  
  
  Tables: 
  
  T511K: Payroll parameters table.
  T512X: Payroll area configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to payroll parameters or this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in SAP Payroll for further assistance.