How To Fix HRPAYCH_LSE048 - Contract type not supported (ABART = &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCH_LSE - Notifications for the Wage Structure Survey

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Contract type not supported (ABART = &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCH_LSE048 - Contract type not supported (ABART = &1) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCH_LSE048, which states "Contract type not supported (ABART = &1)," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that the contract type (ABART) specified in the payroll processing does not have the necessary configuration or is not supported for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Contract Type: The contract type (ABART) being used in the payroll run is not defined or supported in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The contract type may not be properly configured in the relevant payroll schema or rules.
  Missing Master Data: The employee's master data may not have the correct contract type assigned, or it may be missing altogether.
  Incorrect Payroll Area: The payroll area associated with the contract type may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the payroll settings.
  Ensure that the contract type (ABART) is defined and configured correctly in the payroll schema.
  Verify that the contract type is included in the relevant payroll processing rules.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment) to ensure that the correct contract type is assigned.
  If the contract type is incorrect, update it to the appropriate value.
  
  
  
  Validate Payroll Area:
  
  Ensure that the payroll area associated with the contract type is correctly set up and that the contract type is allowed for that payroll area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific contract type and payroll processing to ensure compliance with any specific requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test payroll run to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PE01 (Maintain Payroll Schema) to check and update the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.