How To Fix HRPADCO137 - Symbolic account not set, wage type: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADCO - Messages for Payroll Colombia

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Symbolic account not set, wage type: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADCO137 - Symbolic account not set, wage type: &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPADCO137, which states "Symbolic account not set, wage type: &1," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that a symbolic account has not been defined for a specific wage type, which is necessary for the payroll calculation and reporting processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The symbolic account for the specified wage type has not been configured in the system. Symbolic accounts are used to link wage types to specific accounts in financial accounting.
  Incorrect Wage Type: The wage type being processed may not be correctly set up in the system, or it may not be intended for use in the current payroll run.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system (e.g., from a development to a production environment), the symbolic account settings may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code PE01 (Wage Type Maintenance) and check the configuration for the wage type indicated in the error message.
  Ensure that a symbolic account is assigned to the wage type in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Define Symbolic Account:
  
  If the symbolic account is missing, you can define it in the configuration settings. This is typically done in the following path:
  
  SPRO ? IMG ? Payroll ? Payroll: General Settings ? Define Symbolic Accounts.
  
  
  Create or modify the symbolic account as needed and link it to the appropriate wage type.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary configurations were included. If not, you may need to manually configure the missing settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the payroll calculations are correct.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Types: Wage types in SAP are used to categorize different types of payments and deductions in payroll processing. Each wage type can have specific characteristics and configurations.
  Symbolic Accounts: Symbolic accounts are used to map wage types to financial accounts in the general ledger. They play a crucial role in ensuring that payroll expenses are correctly accounted for in financial reporting.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on configuring wage types and symbolic accounts.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HCM specialist or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.