How To Fix HRPSGB_ABS161 - Wage type &1 must be in table IT at this point in the schema

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_ABS -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Wage type &1 must be in table IT at this point in the schema

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_ABS161 - Wage type &1 must be in table IT at this point in the schema ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_ABS161 indicates that a specific wage type (denoted as &1) is expected to be present in the internal table (IT) at a certain point in the payroll schema. This error typically arises during the payroll processing when the system encounters a wage type that it cannot find in the expected context.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Wage Type: The wage type specified in the error message is not included in the internal table at the point in the schema where it is required.
  Incorrect Schema Configuration: The payroll schema may not be configured correctly to include the necessary wage types.
  Wage Type Not Defined: The wage type may not be defined in the system or may not be active for the employee group or payroll area.
  Incorrect Processing Logic: The logic in the payroll schema may not be correctly set up to handle the wage type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Schema Configuration:
  
  Review the payroll schema to ensure that the wage type is included in the appropriate internal table (IT) at the correct point in the processing sequence.
  Use transaction code PE01 to access the schema and verify the flow of wage types.
  
  
  
  Verify Wage Type Definition:
  
  Check if the wage type is defined in the system using transaction code OOSS (for wage type configuration).
  Ensure that the wage type is active and correctly configured for the relevant employee group and payroll area.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Processing Logic:
  
  If the wage type is not needed, consider removing it from the schema or adjusting the logic to prevent the error from occurring.
  If the wage type is necessary, ensure that it is being populated correctly in the preceding steps of the payroll process.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not occur again and that the wage type is processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing and wage types for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PE01: Schema maintenance
  OOSS: Wage type configuration
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll calculation
  
  
  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, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRPSGB_ABS161 error and implement a solution to resolve it.