How To Fix HRPBSQA037 - Wage type &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSQA -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Wage type &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSQA037 - Wage type &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSQA037, which states "Wage type &1 is invalid," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the wage type specified in the payroll run is not recognized or is not valid for the current payroll period or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Wage Type: The wage type specified may not exist in the system or may have been incorrectly entered.
  Configuration Issues: The wage type may not be configured properly in the system, such as not being assigned to the relevant payroll area or not being included in the payroll schema.
  Inactive Wage Type: The wage type may have been marked as inactive or deleted in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified wage type.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the wage type code entered during payroll processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Wage Type: Check the wage type in the SAP system to ensure it exists and is correctly configured. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP HCM module.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the wage type is assigned to the correct payroll area and is included in the payroll schema. This can be done in the configuration settings under "Wage Type Catalog" and "Payroll Schema."
  Activate Wage Type: If the wage type is inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new wage type if it has been deleted.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user processing the payroll has the necessary authorizations to access the wage type.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the wage type code entered during the payroll process for any typographical errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like PE01 (to maintain payroll schemas) and OOVB (to maintain wage types) to check and modify wage type configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on wage types and payroll processing.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.