How To Fix HRCMP00REPORTING717 - Comparison wage type & is already included in the basic pay

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRCMP00REPORTING - Compensation Management: Reporting and Workflow

• Message number: 717

• Message text: Comparison wage type & is already included in the basic pay

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Select other payment wage types in 510D

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRCMP00REPORTING717 - Comparison wage type & is already included in the basic pay ?

  The SAP error message HRCMP00REPORTING717 indicates that there is an issue with wage type comparisons in the context of payroll processing. Specifically, it suggests that the wage type being referenced is already included in the basic pay, which can lead to discrepancies or errors in payroll calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Wage Type: The wage type in question is being included multiple times in the payroll calculation, which is not allowed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the payroll schema or in the wage type settings that is causing the system to incorrectly recognize the wage type as being included in basic pay.
  Incorrect Payroll Processing: The payroll run may be incorrectly set up, leading to the inclusion of wage types that should not be part of the basic pay calculation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the wage type configuration in the SAP system (Transaction code: SM30 or SM31).
  Verify that the wage type is not incorrectly set up to be included in multiple places, especially in basic pay.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema (Transaction code: PE01) to ensure that the wage type is not being processed in a way that leads to duplication.
  Look for any custom modifications that may have been made to the payroll schema that could affect wage type processing.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Processing:
  
  If the wage type is indeed required, ensure that it is only included once in the payroll calculation.
  If necessary, adjust the payroll processing logic to exclude the wage type from basic pay if it is not supposed to be included.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not occur again and that the payroll calculations are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to wage types and payroll processing for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Types: In SAP, wage types are used to categorize different types of payments and deductions in payroll. Each wage type has specific characteristics and can be configured to behave in certain ways.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema defines the rules and logic for how payroll is processed in SAP. It includes various operations and functions that determine how wage types are calculated.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or support team for further assistance.