How To Fix HRPAYDEAVMG261 - Invalid combination of subapplication &1 and cumulation wage type &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEAVMG - German Pension Reform

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Invalid combination of subapplication &1 and cumulation wage type &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEAVMG261 - Invalid combination of subapplication &1 and cumulation wage type &2. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEAVMG261 indicates that there is an invalid combination of a subapplication and a cumulation wage type in the payroll process. This error typically arises during the payroll run when the system encounters a wage type that is not compatible with the specified subapplication.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The wage type may not be configured correctly in the system for the specific subapplication. This can happen if the wage type is not assigned to the correct payroll area or if it is not set up to be used with the specified subapplication.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the master data or payroll data that lead to the system trying to process an invalid combination.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the payroll process, they may not handle certain wage types correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for wage types in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Payroll -> Wage Types -> Define Wage Types and ensure that the wage type in question is correctly configured for the subapplication.
  Verify that the wage type is assigned to the correct cumulation wage type.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data and payroll results to ensure that there are no inconsistencies or incorrect entries related to the wage types.
  Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PC_PAYRESULT (Display Payroll Results) to review the data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific wage type and subapplication to understand any restrictions or requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made, perform a test payroll run to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Types: In SAP HR, wage types are used to categorize different types of payments and deductions. Each wage type can have specific characteristics and rules associated with it.
  Subapplications: These are specific areas within the payroll process that handle different types of calculations or processes (e.g., regular payroll, off-cycle payroll).
  Cumulation Wage Types: These are used to accumulate amounts for reporting purposes, such as tax calculations or social security contributions.
  
  By following the above steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRPAYDEAVMG261 error message.