How To Fix H1238 - A default value does not exist for valuation &1 &2 &3 of the person

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 238

• Message text: A default value does not exist for valuation &1 &2 &3 of the person

What causes this issue?

Funds could not be committed or allocated because there is no default
value in table T7PMG for the person's pay scale classification.

How to fix this error?

Enter the default value in question in Current Settings (<ls>Define
Default Values</>). Alternatively, contact your system administrator.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H1238 - A default value does not exist for valuation &1 &2 &3 of the person ?

  The SAP error message H1238 indicates that there is a missing default value for a specific valuation type related to a person in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) or Personnel Administration when the system is trying to process data related to employee valuations, such as salary, benefits, or other compensation-related information.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The valuation type (e.g., salary, benefits) has not been configured properly in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The employee's master data may not have the necessary default values set for the specified valuation type.
  Incorrect Infotype Data: The infotype data for the employee may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  Organizational Structure Issues: The employee may not be assigned to the correct organizational unit or position that has the necessary valuation settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the H1238 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in the SPRO transaction).
  Ensure that the valuation types are properly defined and that default values are set for the relevant infotypes.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Use transaction PA20 or PA30 to display the employee's master data.
  Check the relevant infotypes (e.g., 0008 for Basic Pay, 0014 for Recurring Payments/Deductions) to ensure that default values are maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Default Values:
  
  If default values are missing, you can maintain them in the relevant infotype for the employee.
  Ensure that the values are consistent with the organizational policies and practices.
  
  
  
  Check Organizational Assignment:
  
  Verify that the employee is assigned to the correct organizational unit and position.
  Ensure that the organizational unit has the necessary valuation settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the valuation types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that pertain to employee compensation and benefits.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to employee master data and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in HCM for further assistance.