How To Fix HRPBSAT_RA013 - Module &1, wage type &2: Only unit of meas. for DIMENSION = TIME possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSAT_RA - HR: Public Sector Austria II

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Module &1, wage type &2: Only unit of meas. for DIMENSION = TIME possible

What causes this issue?

In the wage type characteristics, Unit of Time/Measure is not maintained
correctly.

System Response

In IT0008 maintenance, the system expects the number of hours in field
Number

How to fix this error?

Maintain your wage type in view V_T511:
Unit of Time/Meas. = Hours (or other unit of time)
Amount = required
Number = required
Add Total = X
Ind.Calc. Module = APSV2
Module Variant = B
Ability to Overwrite = YES or NO

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSAT_RA013 - Module &1, wage type &2: Only unit of meas. for DIMENSION = TIME possible ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSAT_RA013 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP HR module, specifically when dealing with wage types that are associated with time-based calculations. The error message indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measurement for a specific wage type, which is expected to be in a time dimension (e.g., hours, days).
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A wage type is defined with a unit of measurement that is not compatible with the expected time dimension.
  The configuration of the wage type in the payroll schema or the wage type characteristics does not align with the expected input (e.g., a wage type meant for hourly pay is incorrectly set up to accept a different unit of measurement).
  There may be inconsistencies in the master data or infotypes related to the employee's time management or payroll data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPBSAT_RA013 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code V_T512W (Wage Type Characteristics) and verify the configuration of the wage type in question. Ensure that the unit of measurement is set to a time dimension (e.g., hours or days).
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema (transaction code PE01) to ensure that the wage type is being processed correctly. Look for any custom logic that might be affecting the wage type's calculation.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Review the employee's master data (infotypes 0000, 0001, 0007, etc.) to ensure that there are no inconsistencies or incorrect entries that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Management Settings:
  
  If the wage type is related to time management, ensure that the time evaluation settings are correctly configured. This includes checking the time types and their corresponding units of measurement.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a test payroll for the affected employee(s) to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing and wage type configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PE01: Payroll Schema
  V_T512W: Wage Type Characteristics
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to wage types and payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, 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 and resolve the cause of the HRPBSAT_RA013 error in your SAP system.