CO389 - Wage type & not found in plant & (check entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 389

• Message text: Wage type & not found in plant & (check entry)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO389 - Wage type & not found in plant & (check entry) ?

  The SAP error message CO389 indicates that a specific wage type is not found in the specified plant. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or cost accounting when the system is unable to locate the wage type for the given plant in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The wage type may not be configured for the specified plant in the payroll or cost accounting settings.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The wage type might be assigned to a different plant or not assigned at all.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typographical error in the wage type or plant code entered in the transaction.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly set up in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and verify that the wage type is correctly defined for the specified plant.
  Ensure that the wage type is assigned to the correct personnel area and employee group.
  
  
  
  Verify Wage Type:
  
  Use transaction code PE03 to check if the wage type exists and is active.
  Ensure that the wage type is not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the wage type is assigned to the correct plant in the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0008 for Basic Pay).
  You can check this in the employee master data using transaction code PA20 or PA30.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries made in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that the wage type and plant codes are entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues during the transport process.
  Ensure that all necessary configuration settings have been transported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to wage types and plant assignments for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  PE03: Maintain wage types
  PA20/PA30: Display/Change employee master data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to wage types and plants.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify wage types and plant assignments.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in payroll or cost accounting.