How To Fix HRPAYDECI327 - Hourly rate of gross wage was defined manually

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDECI - HR: Payroll Accounting - Construction Industry

• Message number: 327

• Message text: Hourly rate of gross wage was defined manually

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDECI327 - Hourly rate of gross wage was defined manually ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDECI327 indicates that there is an issue with the manual entry of the hourly rate for gross wages in the payroll processing. This error typically arises when the system detects that the hourly rate has been manually defined, which may not align with the expected configuration or rules set in the payroll system.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Entry: The hourly rate for gross wages has been manually entered in the system, which may not be allowed based on the configuration or payroll rules.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a mismatch between the manual entry and the expected values defined in the payroll schema or wage types.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the employee master data or infotypes that affect the calculation of the hourly rate.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Manual Entries: Check the manual entries for the hourly rate in the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0008 - Basic Pay) and ensure they are correct and necessary.
  Configuration Check: Verify the payroll configuration settings related to wage types and hourly rates. Ensure that the wage type used for the hourly rate is configured correctly in the payroll schema.
  Use Standard Calculation: If the manual entry is not required, consider using the standard calculation method for determining the hourly rate based on the employee's salary and working hours.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling wage types and payroll calculations.
  Testing: After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the calculations are correct.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as IT0008 (Basic Pay), IT0001 (Organizational Assignment), and IT0002 (Personal Data) to ensure all data is consistent.
  Wage Types: Understand the wage types used in your payroll configuration and how they interact with manual entries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  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 a solution to resolve it.