How To Fix /GSINS/INSH_MSG118 - You must specify a wage type

/GSINS/INSH_MSG118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /GSINS/INSH_MSG -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: You must specify a wage type

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/GSINS/INSH_MSG118 - Details

• The SAP error message /GSINS/INSH_MSG118 with the description "You must specify a wage type" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when entering data related to employee compensation. This error indicates that a required wage type has not been specified in the relevant transaction or data entry screen.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Wage Type: The most common cause is that the wage type field is left blank when it is required for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of wage types in the system, such as missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently skip the wage type field or enter data in an incorrect format.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to view or enter wage types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have filled in all required fields, especially the wage type field.