How To Fix HRPBSUS256 - Can't find exchange rate wage type for employee &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSUS - Message Class For Public Sector(USA)

• Message number: 256

• Message text: Can't find exchange rate wage type for employee &1.

What causes this issue?

There's no exchange rate wage type found for the employee &V1&.

System Response

Since this absence donation is amount related, system needs to know
both the donator and recepient's exchange rate to translate the correct
time to donate.

How to fix this error?

The exchange rate wage type is maintained as amount pool attribute.
For both the donator and the recepient, an amount pool must be
maintained as either the home or foreign pool.
To maintain the home/foreign pool, go to infotype 0696.
The correct exchange rate should also be maintained in each employee's
infotype 0014 or as an hourly rate in infotype 0008.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSUS256 - Can't find exchange rate wage type for employee &1. ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSUS256, which states "Can't find exchange rate wage type for employee &1," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with employees who are paid in a currency different from the company's local currency. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the appropriate exchange rate wage type for the specified employee.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate Configuration: The exchange rate wage type may not be defined in the system for the employee's currency.
  Incorrect Employee Master Data: The employee's master data may not be set up correctly, particularly regarding their currency or wage type.
  Missing or Incorrect Exchange Rate: The exchange rate for the relevant currency may not be maintained in the system.
  Payroll Area Issues: The payroll area configuration may not support the exchange rate wage type for the employee.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rate Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) and ensure that the exchange rates for the relevant currencies are maintained correctly.
  Verify that the exchange rate wage type is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to check the employee's master data.
  Ensure that the employee's currency is correctly set and that the relevant wage types are assigned.
  
  
  
  Maintain Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for wage types in the payroll schema. Ensure that the exchange rate wage type is included in the payroll processing logic.
  Use transaction code PE01 (Maintain Schema) to review the payroll schema and ensure that the exchange rate wage type is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Area Settings:
  
  Review the payroll area settings to ensure that they support the exchange rate wage type for the employees in question.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a payroll simulation to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: Wage types can be configured in transaction code OWT1 (Wage Type Characteristics) and OWT2 (Wage Type Valuation).
  Exchange Rate Types: Different exchange rate types can be defined in the system, and it is essential to ensure that the correct type is being used for payroll processing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring exchange rates and wage types in the HR module.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP HR and Payroll.