How To Fix HRPADQA028 - Cannot calculate default value; wage type not found in table T7QA42

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADQA - Message Class PB QA

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Cannot calculate default value; wage type not found in table T7QA42

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?

T-Code: SM34
Maintenance VC_T7QA40, allocate Wage Type for special Loan.
If the Wage Type is not in IT0008/0014/0015 or payroll results, you must
implement BAdI 'PADQA_WT_VALUATION' to grasp the value.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADQA028 - Cannot calculate default value; wage type not found in table T7QA42 ?

  The SAP error message HRPADQA028 indicates that the system is unable to calculate a default value for a wage type because it cannot find the specified wage type in the table T7QA42. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when trying to determine default values for wage types in the SAP HR module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Wage Type: The wage type that the system is trying to access is not defined in the T7QA42 table. This could be due to a configuration issue or because the wage type has not been created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the wage types may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the necessary wage type.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the T7QA42 table.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access certain wage types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SM30 or SM31 and check the entries in the T7QA42 table.
  Ensure that the wage type in question is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Wage Type:
  
  If the wage type is missing, you may need to create it using transaction code PE01 (Wage Type Maintenance).
  Ensure that all necessary attributes and settings for the wage type are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema to ensure that the wage type is being referenced correctly.
  Make sure that the schema is correctly configured to include the wage type.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Migration Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, verify that all necessary wage types were migrated correctly.
  You may need to re-import or correct the data in the T7QA42 table.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify wage types.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they have the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to wage type configuration and payroll processing for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table T7QA42: This table is used to store wage type definitions specific to the country or payroll area. It is essential for payroll calculations.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PE01: Wage Type Maintenance
  SM30/SM31: Table Maintenance
  SE11: Data Dictionary to view table structure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.