How To Fix 3O140 - The wage types should be different and non-space

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3O - HR: Messages for Taiwan

• Message number: 140

• Message text: The wage types should be different and non-space

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3O140 - The wage types should be different and non-space ?

  The SAP error message 3O140 ("The wage types should be different and non-space") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when there is an issue with the wage types being used in a payroll run. This error indicates that the system has detected that the wage types being processed are either the same or contain spaces, which is not allowed in the context of the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Wage Types: The error often arises when the same wage type is being used multiple times in a payroll run or in a specific calculation.
  Spaces in Wage Types: If there are leading or trailing spaces in the wage type entries, the system may interpret them as being the same or invalid.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of wage types in the payroll schema or rules that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Entries: Review the wage types being processed in the payroll run. Ensure that they are unique and do not contain any spaces. You can do this by:
  
  Going to the relevant infotype (e.g., IT0008 for Basic Pay) and checking the wage type entries.
  Ensuring that there are no duplicate entries for the same employee.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema: If you have access to the payroll schema, check the configuration to ensure that the wage types are correctly defined and that there are no rules that might cause the same wage type to be processed multiple times.
  
  
  Remove Spaces: If you find any wage types with spaces, remove them. This can be done by editing the entries in the infotype or configuration.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the wage types being used and their expected configurations.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee wage types or PE01 (Maintain Payroll Schema) to review the payroll schema.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on wage type configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 3O140 and ensure that your payroll processing runs smoothly.