How To Fix HRFORMS650 - MetaDimension WAGETYPE cannot be read by a function module

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFORMS - Messages for HR Form Builder

• Message number: 650

• Message text: MetaDimension WAGETYPE cannot be read by a function module

What causes this issue?

MetaDimension <ZH>WAGETYPE</> must not be read by a function module.
Creating cumulation wage types requires the MetaFields to be assigned to
the fields of the MetaStar table.

How to fix this error?

Assign the <ZH>COUNTRY</> and <ZH>WAGETYPE</> MetaFields to the table
fields.

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 HRFORMS650 - MetaDimension WAGETYPE cannot be read by a function module ?

  The SAP error message "HRFORMS650 MetaDimension WAGETYPE cannot be read by a function module" typically occurs in the context of HR forms or payroll processing when the system is unable to retrieve or interpret a wage type (WAGETYPE) due to issues with the configuration or data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The wage type may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings in the payroll schema.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the function may not have the necessary authorizations to access the wage type.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data related to the wage type in the database.
  Function Module Issues: The function module that is supposed to read the wage type may not be correctly implemented or may have bugs.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the wage type is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., transaction code SM30 for table views).
  Ensure that the wage type is assigned to the appropriate payroll area and is active.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the wage type. This can be done through transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the payroll data to identify any inconsistencies. You can use transaction codes like PC00_MXX_CALC to run payroll simulations and check for errors.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the function module that is failing to see why it cannot read the wage type. This may require technical knowledge of ABAP programming.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP Notes and documentation related to the specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM30, SE37 (for function modules), and PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll processing).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRFORMS650 or wage type issues in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the SAP HR module documentation for detailed information on wage types and payroll processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message HRFORMS650.