How To Fix 3E028 - For absence pay type A, the gross earning adj. wage type is compulsory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3E - Vorgesehen für neue Länderentwicklungen HR

• Message number: 028

• Message text: For absence pay type A, the gross earning adj. wage type is compulsory

What causes this issue?

You entered <LS>A</> (average vs. current rate) in the <LS>Absence pay
type</> field which means that the <LS>Gross earning adj. wage type</>
field is mandatory.

System Response

The system did not save your entries.

How to fix this error?

Enter a gross earning adjustment wage type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E028 - For absence pay type A, the gross earning adj. wage type is compulsory ?

  The SAP error message 3E028 indicates that for absence pay type A, the gross earning adjustment wage type is mandatory. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing when the system expects a specific wage type to be present for the calculation of absence payments.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Wage Type: The error occurs when the required gross earning adjustment wage type is not provided in the payroll results for an employee who has an absence pay type of A.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the payroll schema or in the absence type settings that does not correctly define the required wage types.
  Incorrect Absence Type: The absence type may not be set up correctly in the system, leading to the requirement for a wage type that is not applicable.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Results: Review the payroll results for the employee in question to ensure that the gross earning adjustment wage type is included. If it is missing, you may need to adjust the payroll results or reprocess the payroll.
  Configuration Review:
  
  Go to the SPRO transaction and navigate to the payroll configuration for your country.
  Check the settings for absence types and ensure that the gross earning adjustment wage type is correctly defined for absence pay type A.
  Verify the payroll schema to ensure that the logic for processing absence payments is correctly implemented.
  
  
  Wage Type Maintenance: Ensure that the wage type for gross earning adjustment is correctly maintained in the system. You can check this in the Wage Type Catalog (transaction code OH11).
  Testing: After making any changes, run a test payroll for the affected employee to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Absence Types: Understand the different absence types and their configurations in your SAP system. Each absence type may have specific requirements for wage types.
  Wage Type Configuration: Familiarize yourself with how wage types are configured in SAP, including how they are linked to different payroll processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring absence pay types and wage types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR consultant or support team for further assistance.