How To Fix HRPAYTR03500 - Update type does not fit to the source field type

HRPAYTR03500 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR03 -

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Update type does not fit to the source field type

What causes this issue?

The entered source field &V1&-&V2& is not suitable for the selected
update type &v3&.
Generally: Only those source fields can be used for the update types
'Cumulative' or 'Counter' whose contents can be cumulated during an
update, for example, quantities, weights, etc. Source fields, such as
sales organization, entry date, etc. can only be used with the update
type 'Data transport'.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYTR03500 - Update type does not fit to the source field type ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR03500 indicates that there is a mismatch between the update type specified in a payroll processing operation and the data type of the source field being updated. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) when the system attempts to update a field with an incompatible data type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The update type (e.g., numeric, character, date) does not match the expected data type of the source field. For example, trying to update a numeric field with a character string.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the payroll schema or the infotype may not align with the expected data types.
  Custom Enhancements: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll process, they may inadvertently cause this mismatch.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the infotype or payroll results can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of