How To Fix H1358 - Expenditure type cannot be defined as both basic pay and allowance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 358

• Message text: Expenditure type cannot be defined as both basic pay and allowance

What causes this issue?

You have defined expenditure type &v1& both as an expenditure type for
<LS>basic pay</> and as an <ls>allowance</> expenditure type.

System Response

Data is rejected. No further processing possible.

How to fix this error?

Deselect one of the flags in question so that the expenditure type is
either an expenditure type for <LS>basic pay</> or an <LS>allowance</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 H1358 - Expenditure type cannot be defined as both basic pay and allowance ?

  The SAP error message H1358, which states "Expenditure type cannot be defined as both basic pay and allowance," typically occurs in the context of payroll configuration within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates a conflict in the configuration of expenditure types, where a specific expenditure type is incorrectly set up to be classified as both a basic pay component and an allowance.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Conflict: The expenditure type in question has been defined in such a way that it is categorized as both a basic pay and an allowance. This is not allowed because basic pay and allowances serve different purposes in payroll processing.
  Incorrect Assignment: During the configuration of wage types or expenditure types, the same type may have been assigned to multiple categories, leading to this conflict.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during the data entry or configuration process, leading to the same expenditure type being assigned to both categories.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for wage types in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Payroll > Wage Types > Define Wage Types.
  Check the settings for the expenditure type that is causing the error. Ensure that it is not marked as both a basic pay and an allowance.
  
  
  
  Modify Expenditure Type:
  
  If the expenditure type is incorrectly configured, modify it to ensure it is classified correctly. It should either be a basic pay type or an allowance type, but not both.
  If necessary, create a new expenditure type that is specifically designated for one of the categories.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the changes made to the configuration for future reference and to prevent similar issues from arising.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: Understanding how wage types are configured in SAP is crucial. Each wage type has specific characteristics that define its behavior in payroll processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user making these changes has the appropriate authorization to modify payroll configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HCM expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.