How To Fix 3A921 - Wage type not allowed for executions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3A - Messages HR CZ

• Message number: 921

• Message text: Wage type not allowed for executions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3A921 - Wage type not allowed for executions ?

  The SAP error message 3A921 indicates that a specific wage type is not allowed for the execution of payroll or other related processes. This error typically arises when the system encounters a wage type that is either not configured correctly or is restricted from being used in the current context.
  Causes:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type may not be configured properly in the system. This could include settings in the wage type characteristics that restrict its use in payroll processing.
  Infotype Data: The infotype data (e.g., IT0008 for basic pay) may contain wage types that are not valid for the employee or the payroll run being executed.
  Country-Specific Rules: Certain wage types may be restricted based on country-specific payroll rules or regulations.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema may not include the wage type, or it may be excluded from certain operations within the payroll process.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the use of the wage type in the current payroll run.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM30 and check the configuration for the wage type in the relevant view (e.g., V_T512W).
  Ensure that the wage type is marked as allowed for the payroll run.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Data:
  
  Use transaction PA20 or PA30 to review the employee's infotype data.
  Ensure that the wage types assigned to the employee are valid and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Examine Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema (transaction PE01) to ensure that the wage type is included and correctly processed in the schema.
  If necessary, modify the schema to include the wage type.
  
  
  
  Consult Country-Specific Documentation:
  
  Review any country-specific documentation or guidelines to ensure compliance with local payroll regulations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user executing the payroll run has the necessary authorizations to use the wage type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test payroll run to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to wage types and payroll processing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on wage type configuration and payroll processing.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.