How To Fix HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW874 - RATE is not permitted for the CRT wage type source

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW - Message Class for SASAC Report Management Tool

• Message number: 874

• Message text: RATE is not permitted for the CRT wage type source

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW874 - RATE is not permitted for the CRT wage type source ?

  The SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW874 indicates that there is an issue with the wage type source related to the CRT (Compensation Rate Type) in the context of payroll processing. This error typically arises when the system encounters a wage type that is not allowed for the specified compensation rate.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Wage Type Configuration: The wage type being used may not be configured correctly in the system for the CRT. This could be due to missing settings or incorrect assignment of wage types to the CRT.
  Incompatible Rate Type: The rate type associated with the wage type may not be compatible with the CRT wage type source.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry for the employee's compensation details, leading to the use of an invalid wage type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for wage types in the SAP system (Transaction code: PE01 or PE02).
  Verify that the wage type in question is correctly configured for use with the CRT wage type source.
  Ensure that the wage type is marked as valid for the relevant payroll area and employee group.
  
  
  
  Review CRT Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the CRT in the system (Transaction code: PC00_MXX_CRT).
  Ensure that the wage types assigned to the CRT are appropriate and that there are no restrictions preventing the use of the wage type in question.
  
  
  
  Validate Employee Data:
  
  Review the employee's master data (Transaction code: PA30) to ensure that the wage type is correctly assigned and that there are no discrepancies in the compensation details.
  Make sure that the employee's pay structure is set up correctly and that the wage types are valid for their position.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the wage type and CRT configurations.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for assistance in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PE01 (Maintain Wage Types), and PC00_MXX_CRT (Compensation Rate Type Processing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error is resolved and that the payroll calculations are accurate.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.