How To Fix 30060 - Particulars relating to higher-level service and wage type already exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 30 - Service Master: Basic Data

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Particulars relating to higher-level service and wage type already exist

What causes this issue?

The data on a higher-level service and the wage type already exists in
one or more other service master records.

How to fix this error?

Please check your data. As a rule, a service is uniquely defined. More
than one lower-level service with the same wage type should therefore
not exist for a higher level service.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 30060 - Particulars relating to higher-level service and wage type already exist ?

  The SAP error message 30060, which states "Particulars relating to higher-level service and wage type already exist," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when dealing with wage types in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is a conflict or duplication in the wage type configuration or the data being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Wage Type Entries: The error often arises when there are multiple entries for the same wage type in the payroll results or in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of wage types, particularly if they are set up to be mutually exclusive or if there are dependencies that are not being met.
  Higher-Level Service Conflicts: If a higher-level service (like a specific payroll run or service type) is already associated with a wage type, trying to add another entry for the same service can trigger this error.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in employee master data or payroll results can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the wage types in the SAP system. Ensure that there are no duplicate entries and that the wage types are set up correctly.
  Review Payroll Results: Check the payroll results for the employee in question. Look for any duplicate wage type entries and resolve them by either deleting or adjusting the entries.
  Adjust Higher-Level Service Settings: If applicable, review the settings for the higher-level service associated with the wage type. Ensure that there are no conflicting entries.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the employee master data and payroll results to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to wage type configuration and payroll processing for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), or SE38 (ABAP Program Execution) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.