How To Fix 3L236 - Wage type invalid for employee group/subgroup: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3L - HR: Messages for Mexico

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Wage type invalid for employee group/subgroup: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L236 - Wage type invalid for employee group/subgroup: & ?

  The SAP error message 3L236 indicates that a wage type is invalid for a specific employee group or subgroup. This error typically arises during payroll processing when the system encounters a wage type that is not configured correctly for the employee's classification.
  Cause:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type may not be assigned to the employee group/subgroup in the payroll schema or configuration.
  Employee Group/Subgroup Assignment: The employee may be assigned to a group/subgroup that does not have the necessary wage types configured.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the employee master data that lead to this issue.
  Changes in Configuration: Recent changes in wage type configuration or employee group/subgroup definitions may have led to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 and check the configuration for wage types in the relevant tables (e.g., T512W).
  Ensure that the wage type in question is correctly assigned to the employee group/subgroup.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Use transaction PA20 or PA30 to review the employee's master data.
  Check the employee group and subgroup assignments to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Schema:
  
  If necessary, adjust the payroll schema to include the wage type for the relevant employee group/subgroup.
  This may require access to the payroll configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team:
  
  If you are not familiar with the configuration, consult with your HR or payroll team to ensure that the wage types are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM30 (Table Maintenance), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on wage type configuration and employee group/subgroup settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.