How To Fix 30056 - Wage type & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 30 - Service Master: Basic Data

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Wage type & not defined

What causes this issue?

The wage type entered has not been defined in the system.

How to fix this error?

Please choose a valid wage type using F4 "Possible entries".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 30056 - Wage type & not defined ?

  The SAP error message "30056 Wage type & not defined" typically indicates that a specific wage type is not configured or defined in the system. This error can occur during payroll processing or when trying to generate reports that involve wage types.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The wage type in question has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a new wage type being introduced without proper configuration.
  Incorrect Payroll Schema: The payroll schema may not include the wage type, or it may not be correctly linked to the relevant infotypes.
  Transport Issues: If the wage type was recently added in a development environment and not transported correctly to the production environment, it may not be available.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain wage types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Wage Type:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 and access the relevant table (e.g., T512W for wage types).
  Check if the wage type exists. If not, you may need to create it using the transaction code PU00 or PZ01 (depending on your version).
  Ensure that the wage type is properly configured with all necessary attributes (e.g., calculation rules, assignment to payroll areas).
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Schema:
  
  Review the payroll schema (transaction code PE01) to ensure that the wage type is included in the processing logic.
  Make sure that the wage type is correctly linked to the relevant infotypes and processing classes.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the wage type was recently created or modified, ensure that the transport request has been properly released and imported into the production environment.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the wage type. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to wage types and payroll processing for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: Understanding how to configure wage types in SAP is crucial. This includes knowing about the different attributes and settings that can be assigned to wage types.
  Payroll Processing: Familiarity with the payroll process in SAP, including how wage types are used in calculations, is essential for troubleshooting related issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to wage types and payroll processing. You can search for specific notes using the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the issue 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.