How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV091 - Specify either the wage type, imputation entitlement, or constant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEBAV - HR-BAV (CPS) Error Messages (Germany)

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Specify either the wage type, imputation entitlement, or constant

What causes this issue?

To code an imputation, you must first define what is to be imputed.
This can be:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

A wage type
An entitlement
A constant value

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter the imputation using one of the three options.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV091 - Specify either the wage type, imputation entitlement, or constant ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV091 indicates that there is a missing specification for either the wage type, imputation entitlement, or constant in the payroll processing. This error typically arises during the payroll run when the system expects certain parameters to be defined but finds them missing or incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Wage Type: The wage type that is supposed to be processed is not specified in the payroll schema or in the relevant infotype.
  Missing Imputation Entitlement: The imputation entitlement, which is used to determine how certain amounts are calculated or allocated, is not defined.
  Missing Constant: A constant value that is required for the payroll calculation is not provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the payroll schema or the wage type settings in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry in the employee master data or payroll infotypes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Schema: Review the payroll schema to ensure that the wage types, imputation entitlements, and constants are correctly defined and included in the processing logic.
  Verify Wage Type Configuration: Go to the wage type configuration in the SAP system (Transaction code: SM30 or SM31) and ensure that the wage types are correctly set up and assigned to the relevant payroll areas.
  Review Employee Master Data: Check the employee master data (infotypes) to ensure that all necessary information is entered correctly, including wage types and any relevant entitlements.
  Check Constants: If constants are being used in the payroll calculation, ensure that they are defined in the system and that the correct values are being referenced.
  Run Payroll Simulation: Perform a payroll simulation to identify where the error occurs and to test any changes made to the configuration or data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the wage types and constants relevant to your payroll configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll Calculation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, 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 root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.