How To Fix 5Z514 - Cost of living allowance level not determined for COLA model &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 514

• Message text: Cost of living allowance level not determined for COLA model &1

What causes this issue?

Cost-of-living allowance model (COLA model) &V1& in table T5D7J (<ZK>
Control of BDA and COLA Relevance (Basic Pay)</>) is assigned to a table
entry with the following parameters:
Pay scale key &V2& (country grouping, pay scale type, pay scale area)
<DS:DE.TRFKZ>Grouping of employee subgroups for collective agreement
provision</> (pay scale indicator) &V3&
<DS:DE.MASSN>Action type</> &V4&
The cost-of-living allowance level is not calculated for this COLA
model. The SAP system therefore cannot determine the cost-of-living
allowance level for the employee.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Compare the fixed values for the COLA model in the standard SAP delivery
with the values in the COLA models assigned in view V_T5D7J (<ZK>
Models to determine COL allowance and pay seniority (PSG)</>). To do
this, choose the F4 help in the <LS>COLA Model</> column.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z514 - Cost of living allowance level not determined for COLA model &1 ?

  The SAP error message 5Z514, which states "Cost of living allowance level not determined for COLA model &1," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when the system is unable to determine the appropriate cost of living allowance (COLA) level for a specific COLA model.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The COLA model specified in the error message may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing entries in the relevant tables or settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the employee master data or in the COLA model settings.
  Incorrect Model Assignment: The COLA model may not be correctly assigned to the employee or the relevant payroll area.
  Time Period Issues: The COLA model may not have been defined for the specific time period in which the payroll is being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check COLA Model Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for COLA models in SAP (usually found in the IMG under Payroll).
  Ensure that the COLA model &1 is properly defined and that all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee master data to ensure that the COLA model is assigned correctly.
  Verify that all relevant fields are filled out correctly, including any necessary infotypes related to COLA.
  
  
  
  Validate Time Period Settings:
  
  Ensure that the COLA model is valid for the time period in question. Check if there are any date ranges that might be affecting the model's applicability.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to COLA models for any specific requirements or configurations that may have been overlooked.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, run a test payroll to see if the error persists. This can help confirm whether the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through configuration and data checks, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to access the relevant settings.
  Infotypes: Pay attention to infotypes related to payroll and allowances, such as infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions) or infotype 0015 (Additional Payments).
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and community forums can provide additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 5Z514 in your SAP system.