How To Fix 3L379 - There is no basic wage for contributions in infotype 0372

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 379

• Message text: There is no basic wage for contributions in infotype 0372

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L379 - There is no basic wage for contributions in infotype 0372 ?

  The SAP error message 3L379, "There is no basic wage for contributions in infotype 0372," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when the system is unable to find the necessary wage information for calculating contributions related to a specific infotype (in this case, infotype 0372, which is often related to social insurance or similar contributions).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Basic Wage Data: The primary cause of this error is that the basic wage data required for the calculation of contributions is not maintained in the relevant infotype (0372).
  Incorrect Infotype Configuration: There may be issues with how infotype 0372 is configured or linked to the employee's master data.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be errors in data entry, such as incorrect dates or missing records.
  Employee Status: The employee's status may not allow for contributions to be calculated (e.g., if the employee is on leave or has a specific employment status).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype 0372: 
  
  Go to the employee's master data and check infotype 0372 to ensure that the basic wage is correctly entered.
  Ensure that the start and end dates for the wage data are correct and that the record is active.
  
  
  
  Maintain Basic Wage:
  
  If the basic wage is missing, you will need to enter it. This can typically be done through transaction PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Ensure that the wage type used in infotype 0372 is correctly defined and linked to the employee's payroll schema.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Check the payroll configuration to ensure that the infotype is correctly set up to pull the necessary wage data.
  Verify that the wage types are correctly assigned in the payroll schema.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction PE03 to run consistency checks on the payroll schema to identify any potential issues with the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR consultant for specific details related to your organization's configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0372: This infotype is typically used for recording contributions related to social insurance or similar benefits. It is essential to ensure that all relevant data is maintained correctly.
  Wage Types: Understanding the wage types used in your payroll configuration is crucial, as they determine how wages and contributions are calculated.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll to conduct a more in-depth analysis.