How To Fix 54282 - You must enter CWType for &

54282 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 54 - Messages for HR tables

• Message number: 282

• Message text: You must enter CWType for &

What causes this issue?

There is an entry in the <LS>OWType</> field (original wage type), but
the <LS>CWType</> field (customizing wage type) is empty.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please enter a name for the customizing wage type in the <LS>CWType</>
field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

54282 - Details

• The SAP error message 54282, which states "You must enter CWType for &," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with certain transactions or processes that require a specific input related to "CWType" (which could refer to a classification or type of item, such as a cost object, material, or other entity).
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The error usually indicates that a required field, specifically the "CWType," has not been filled in. This could happen during data entry in a transaction or when processing a document that requires this classification.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require CWType to be defined for certain processes or transactions.
  Data Integrity: The data being processed may not have the necessary attributes or classifications defined, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter CWType: The most straightforward solution is to ensure that the CWType field is filled in correctly. Check the transaction or