How To Fix HRPAYDEMUSCHG_BV042 - &1: wage type deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEMUSCHG_BV - Maternity Protection Act - Prohibited Activities

• Message number: 042

• Message text: &1: wage type deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEMUSCHG_BV042 - &1: wage type deleted ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEMUSCHG_BV042 indicates that a wage type has been deleted in the payroll process. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing when the system encounters a wage type that is no longer valid or has been removed from the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Wage Type Deletion: The most common cause is that the wage type in question has been deleted from the system or is no longer active in the payroll schema.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the payroll configuration, such as modifications to wage types or their statuses, can lead to this error.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the payroll data, such as references to wage types that have been removed or are not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code PE01 (Wage Type Configuration) and verify if the wage type in question exists and is active.
  If it has been deleted, you may need to restore it or adjust the payroll schema to remove references to this wage type.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Use transaction code PE02 to review the payroll schema and ensure that there are no references to the deleted wage type.
  If necessary, modify the schema to exclude the deleted wage type.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the payroll data to identify any inconsistencies that may be causing the error.
  You can use transaction code PC00_MXX_CALC (where MXX is your country-specific payroll) to simulate payroll and check for errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to wage type management and payroll processing for any specific guidance on handling this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Types: Wage types are used in SAP HR to categorize different types of payments and deductions. They are crucial for payroll processing.
  Payroll Processing: Understanding the payroll process and how wage types interact within it is essential for troubleshooting errors.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.