How To Fix RP555 - Wage type & is not allowed (T539S key &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 555

• Message text: Wage type & is not allowed (T539S key &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP555 - Wage type & is not allowed (T539S key &) ?

  The SAP error message RP555 indicates that a specific wage type is not allowed for processing in the payroll run. This error typically arises when the wage type in question is either not configured correctly or is not permitted for the specific payroll area or employee group/subgroup.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The wage type may not be configured in the relevant payroll schema or may not be allowed for the specific employee group/subgroup.
  Wage Type Characteristics: The wage type may have been marked as "not allowed" in the configuration settings.
  Payroll Area Restrictions: The wage type may not be valid for the payroll area of the employee.
  Incorrect Assignment: The wage type might be incorrectly assigned to the employee or the payroll process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 and check the configuration for the wage type in table T539S.
  Ensure that the wage type is correctly defined and allowed for the relevant employee group/subgroup.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema being used for the payroll run (transaction code PE01).
  Ensure that the wage type is included in the schema and is being processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Validate Employee Master Data:
  
  Review the employee master data (transaction code PA20 or PA30) to ensure that the employee is assigned to the correct payroll area and that the wage type is valid for that employee.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Area Settings:
  
  If the wage type is not allowed for the payroll area, you may need to adjust the settings in the payroll area configuration (transaction code SPRO > Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll Areas).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the wage type and its allowed configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM30/SM31: For maintaining table entries.
  PE01: For payroll schema maintenance.
  PA20/PA30: For viewing and maintaining employee master data.
  SPRO: For accessing the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Wage Type Characteristics: Each wage type has specific characteristics that determine how it can be used in payroll processing. These can be checked in the wage type configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to wage types and payroll processing.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.