How To Fix 5Z527 - Ind. val. wage type &1; check "Activity with Higher Rate of Pay" infotype

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 527

• Message text: Ind. val. wage type &1; check "Activity with Higher Rate of Pay" infotype

What causes this issue?

A data record for infotype 0509 (Activity with Higher Rate of Pay)
exists on &V2& in which the data for the position contains wage types
for an individual intermediate pay scale level although the employee is
not in an individual pay scale level on &V2&.

System Response

During the indirect valuation of wage type &V1&, the system attempts to
replace the specified wage types for the intermediate pay scale level in
infotype 0509 with wage types for a regular pay scale level. This should
result in a correct valuation.

How to fix this error?

Copy the <ZK>Activity with Higher Rate of Pay</> infotype on the start
date of the pay scale classification to a regular pay scale level.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z527 - Ind. val. wage type &1; check "Activity with Higher Rate of Pay" infotype ?

  The SAP error message 5Z527 typically relates to issues with wage types in the context of employee remuneration, particularly when dealing with the "Activity with Higher Rate of Pay" infotype (IT 0016). This error indicates that there is a problem with the valuation of a specific wage type, which may not be correctly configured or may not meet the necessary criteria for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The wage type specified in the error message may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing settings in the wage type configuration or incorrect assignment of the wage type to the relevant infotype.
  Missing Data: Required data for the wage type may be missing or incorrectly entered in the employee's master data.
  Infotype Issues: The "Activity with Higher Rate of Pay" infotype (IT 0016) may not have been maintained correctly, or the relevant entries may not align with the wage type being processed.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the necessary data for the wage type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the wage type in the SAP system. Ensure that it is correctly set up in the relevant tables (e.g., T512W for wage types).
  Review Infotype Data: Check the entries in the "Activity with Higher Rate of Pay" infotype (IT 0016) for the employee in question. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the wage type is valid for the employee's current status.
  Maintain Required Data: If any required data is missing, update the employee's master data accordingly. This may involve entering or correcting information in IT 0016 or other related infotypes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the wage type and infotype configuration.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit the relevant infotypes and wage types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0016 (Activity with Higher Rate of Pay): This infotype is used to record instances where an employee is assigned to a task or activity that warrants a higher rate of pay. It is essential to ensure that the entries in this infotype are accurate and complete.
  Wage Type Configuration: Wage types are defined in the SAP system and are crucial for payroll processing. They determine how payments are calculated and reported.
  SAP Notes and Support: If the issue persists, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can also reach out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message 5Z527 in your SAP system.