How To Fix HRPAYDEAO201 - Wage type &1 is unknown.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEAO - Data Access Tax Audit

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Wage type &1 is unknown.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEAO201 - Wage type &1 is unknown. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEAO201, which states "Wage type &1 is unknown," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system has encountered a wage type that is not recognized or defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Wage Type: The wage type specified in the payroll run is not defined in the system. This could happen if the wage type was deleted or never created.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of wage types in the payroll schema or the related infotypes.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a typo or incorrect entry in the payroll data or infotype records.
  Transport Issues: If the wage type was recently transported from another system (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 and check the configuration for wage types in the relevant tables (e.g., T512W).
  Ensure that the wage type in question is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema (transaction code PE01) to ensure that the wage type is included in the schema and is being processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Infotype Records:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 or PA30 to check the employee's infotype records (e.g., infotype 0008 for basic pay) to ensure that the wage type is correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Review the payroll data entry for any typographical errors in the wage type.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the wage type was recently created or modified, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to wage types and payroll processing for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: Wage types are defined in the SAP system and are used to categorize different types of payments and deductions in payroll.
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HCM that store employee-related information, including payroll data.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema defines the rules and calculations for payroll processing, including how wage types are processed.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with an SAP HCM specialist or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.