How To Fix /GSINS/INSH_MSG123 - Wage type for GL item of immediate posting type must have value "*"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /GSINS/INSH_MSG -

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Wage type for GL item of immediate posting type must have value "*"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /GSINS/INSH_MSG123 - Wage type for GL item of immediate posting type must have value "*" ?

  The SAP error message /GSINS/INSH_MSG123 indicates that there is an issue with the wage type configuration for a General Ledger (GL) item that is set for immediate posting. Specifically, the error states that the wage type must have a value of "*", which typically means that it should be a wildcard or a placeholder that allows for any wage type to be used.
  Cause:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type assigned to the GL item may not be configured correctly. The system expects a specific wage type or a wildcard that allows for flexibility in wage type assignment.
  Posting Type: The GL item is set for immediate posting, which requires specific configurations for wage types to ensure that the postings are processed correctly.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the wage types or the GL accounts being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for wage types in SAP (Transaction code: SM30 or SPRO).
  Ensure that the wage type assigned to the GL item is correctly configured and that it meets the requirements for immediate posting.
  
  
  
  Use Wildcard:
  
  If the system requires a wildcard ("*") for the wage type, ensure that the configuration allows for this. You may need to adjust the settings to accept any wage type for the GL item.
  
  
  
  Review GL Account Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the GL account associated with the wage type. Ensure that it is set up to allow for the necessary wage types and posting types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to wage types and GL postings to ensure compliance with the required configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM30 (Table View Maintenance), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for checking configurations.
  Wage Type Catalog: Review the wage type catalog in your SAP system to understand the available wage types and their configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed information on wage types and GL postings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the wage type configuration aligns with the requirements for immediate posting in SAP.