How To Fix 3B921 - Wage type not permitted for garnishment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3B - Messages HR SK

• Message number: 921

• Message text: Wage type not permitted for garnishment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3B921 - Wage type not permitted for garnishment ?

  The SAP error message 3B921 ("Wage type not permitted for garnishment") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when a wage type that is being used for garnishment calculations is not allowed or configured correctly in the system. This can happen for various reasons, including incorrect configuration of wage types, missing settings in the garnishment processing, or issues with the employee's payroll data.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Wage Type Configuration: The wage type being used for garnishment may not be set up to allow garnishment deductions.
  Missing Garnishment Settings: The garnishment type may not be properly defined in the system, or the wage type may not be linked to the appropriate garnishment type.
  Employee Master Data Issues: The employee's master data may not have the necessary information or settings for garnishment processing.
  Legal Regulations: The wage type may be restricted due to legal regulations or company policies that prevent certain wage types from being garnished.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 and check the configuration for the wage type in question.
  Ensure that the wage type is marked as allowed for garnishment in the relevant configuration tables (e.g., T511, T511K).
  
  
  
  Review Garnishment Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for garnishments in the relevant customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the wage type is included in the list of wage types that can be used for garnishment.
  
  
  
  Verify Employee Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 or PA30 to review the employee's master data.
  Ensure that the garnishment information is correctly entered and that the wage type is included in the employee's payroll data.
  
  
  
  Consult Legal and Compliance Teams:
  
  If the wage type is restricted due to legal reasons, consult with your legal or compliance team to understand the implications and whether any changes can be made.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the garnishment is processed correctly without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM30/SM31: For maintaining table entries.
  SPRO: For accessing the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  PA20/PA30: For displaying and maintaining employee master data.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on wage types and garnishment processing.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 changes to resolve it.