How To Fix HRPAYBR99036 - Contract wage (GCSW) missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYBR99 - Payroll General Messages

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Contract wage (GCSW) missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYBR99036 - Contract wage (GCSW) missing ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYBR99036, which indicates that the "Contract wage (GCSW) is missing," typically arises in the context of payroll processing in the Brazilian HR module. This error suggests that the system is unable to find the necessary contract wage information for an employee, which is essential for calculating payroll correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the contract wage (GCSW) data has not been maintained for the employee in the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0008 - Basic Pay).
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the wage types that are being used.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that the contract wage information was not transferred correctly.
  Employee Status: The employee may not be in an active status or may not have the necessary employment details filled out.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype 0008: Go to the employee's master data and check Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay) to ensure that the contract wage (GCSW) is correctly maintained. If it is missing, you will need to enter the appropriate wage information.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Ensure that the payroll schema and wage types are correctly configured to include the contract wage. This may require assistance from a payroll consultant or SAP expert.
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the employee’s data to identify any other missing or incorrect information that could be causing the issue.
  Employee Status: Verify that the employee is in an active status and that all necessary employment details are filled out in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as 0008 (Basic Pay), 0000 (Actions), and 0001 (Organizational Assignment) to ensure all necessary data is present.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Testing: After making corrections, run a test payroll to ensure that the error has been resolved and that payroll calculations are accurate.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit employee master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a specialist in SAP HR/Payroll for further assistance.