How To Fix HRPBSAU429 - Wage type is not defined as the Termination adjustment wage type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSAU - Message Class For Public Sector(Australia)

• Message number: 429

• Message text: Wage type is not defined as the Termination adjustment wage type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSAU429 - Wage type is not defined as the Termination adjustment wage type ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSAU429 indicates that a specific wage type is not defined as a termination adjustment wage type in the system. This error typically arises during payroll processing when the system expects a wage type to be configured for handling termination adjustments, but it is not set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type in question has not been marked or defined as a termination adjustment wage type in the SAP system.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema may not be correctly configured to handle termination adjustments for the specific wage type.
  Master Data Issues: Employee master data may not be correctly set up to include the necessary wage types for termination processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPBSAU429 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 to access the view for wage types (V_T512W).
  Look for the wage type that is causing the error and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the wage type is marked as a termination adjustment wage type. This can typically be done by setting the appropriate indicator in the wage type configuration.
  
  
  
  Modify Payroll Schema:
  
  If necessary, review the payroll schema (transaction code PE01) to ensure that it includes the correct processing logic for termination adjustments.
  Make sure that the wage type is included in the relevant processing steps for termination.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (transaction code PA30) to ensure that the wage types are correctly assigned to the employee.
  Ensure that the employee's termination date and other relevant data are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll for the employee to verify that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring wage types and payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: Understanding how to configure wage types in SAP is crucial for payroll processing. This includes knowing how to set indicators for different types of wage processing.
  Termination Processing: Familiarize yourself with the specific requirements and configurations needed for handling employee terminations in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on wage type configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.