How To Fix PRAT055 - & : Invalid entry in table T5A8H for & / & / &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRAT - PRAT

• Message number: 055

• Message text: & : Invalid entry in table T5A8H for & / & / &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRAT055 - & : Invalid entry in table T5A8H for & / & / & ?

  The SAP error message PRAT055 indicates that there is an invalid entry in the table T5A8H, which is related to the configuration of the payroll area or wage types in the SAP system. This error typically occurs during payroll processing when the system encounters an inconsistency or missing data in the configuration tables.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The error usually arises when there is an invalid or missing entry in the T5A8H table, which is used for defining wage types and their characteristics in the context of payroll processing.
  Incorrect Data: The specific entry that is being referenced in the error message may not exist or may have been incorrectly defined.
  Customizations: If there have been customizations or changes made to the payroll configuration, it may lead to inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table T5A8H: 
  
  Use transaction code SE11 or SE16 to view the contents of table T5A8H.
  Look for the specific entry that is causing the error. You may need to check the parameters mentioned in the error message (the placeholders & / & / & will be replaced with actual values).
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary entries for the payroll area and wage types are correctly defined in the configuration.
  Check if the wage types are correctly assigned to the relevant payroll area.
  
  
  
  Correct Entries:
  
  If you find any missing or incorrect entries, you will need to correct them. This may involve adding new entries or modifying existing ones.
  Ensure that the wage types are properly configured in the relevant payroll schema.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport request, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport and that they were imported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll configuration for your specific country version, as there may be specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the PRAT055 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE16: Data Browser
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PC00_MXX_CEDT: Payroll processing (where XX is the country code)
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.