How To Fix HRMS_BIW_RECON019 - Wage type &1, symb. account &2: Acc. assignment &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRMS_BIW_RECON - BW: Reconcilation

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Wage type &1, symb. account &2: Acc. assignment &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRMS_BIW_RECON019 - Wage type &1, symb. account &2: Acc. assignment &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRMS_BIW_RECON019 typically indicates that there is an issue with the wage type, symbolic account, or account assignment in the context of payroll or financial reporting. This error usually arises when the system cannot find a valid configuration for the specified wage type and its associated accounts.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The wage type specified in the error message may not have been properly configured in the system. This could mean that the symbolic account or the account assignment does not exist in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be a mismatch between the wage type and the symbolic account or account assignment due to incorrect mapping or changes in configuration.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the configuration tables.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings for wage types, symbolic accounts, and account assignments.
  Ensure that the wage type in question is correctly mapped to the appropriate symbolic account and that the account assignment exists.
  
  
  
  Maintain Wage Type:
  
  Use transaction code PE01 to maintain the wage type and ensure that it is correctly defined with the necessary symbolic accounts and account assignments.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema to ensure that the wage type is included and correctly processed.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Entries:
  
  If the error occurred after a data migration, verify that all necessary entries exist in the configuration tables (e.g., T512W for wage types).
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify the wage type configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific wage type and its configuration for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  PE01: Maintain Wage Types
  SE11: Data Dictionary to check table entries
  
  
  Tables:
  
  T512W: Wage Type Characteristics
  T512K: Wage Type Valuation
  T512A: Symbolic Accounts
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.