How To Fix CABA_EXTERN_HR006 - Wage type & is not permitted in the time sheet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CABA_EXTERN_HR - CATS II Messsage Class for HR Additional Data

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Wage type & is not permitted in the time sheet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CABA_EXTERN_HR006 - Wage type & is not permitted in the time sheet ?

  The SAP error message CABA_EXTERN_HR006 indicates that a specific wage type is not permitted in the time sheet. This error typically arises in the context of time management and payroll processing within SAP, particularly when dealing with external wage types that are not configured to be used in the time sheet.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The wage type in question may not be configured correctly in the system. It might not be allowed for use in the time sheet due to settings in the wage type configuration.
  Wage Type Characteristics: The wage type may have been defined with characteristics that restrict its use in time recording (e.g., it may be set as a non-time-related wage type).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use that particular wage type in the time sheet.
  Incorrect Time Entry: The wage type may have been incorrectly entered in the time sheet, or it may not be applicable for the employee or the specific time period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 and check the configuration for the wage type in the relevant tables (e.g., T512W for wage types).
  Ensure that the wage type is marked as allowed for time entry.
  
  
  
  Review Time Management Settings:
  
  Check the settings in the time management module to ensure that the wage type is included in the relevant schemas and rules.
  Use transaction PE03 to review the relevant schema and ensure that the wage type is included in the processing logic.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the wage type. This can be checked in transaction PFCG or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Correct Time Entry:
  
  Ensure that the wage type is being entered correctly in the time sheet. If it is not applicable for the employee or the specific time period, it should be removed or replaced with a valid wage type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific notes or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM30/SM31: For maintaining table entries.
  PE03: For viewing and maintaining payroll schemas.
  PA20/PA30: For displaying and maintaining employee master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.