How To Fix HRPSGB_ABS164 - Wage Type &1 but be in table &2 to perform offsetting on &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_ABS -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Wage Type &1 but be in table &2 to perform offsetting on &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_ABS164 - Wage Type &1 but be in table &2 to perform offsetting on &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_ABS164 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, specifically when there is an issue with wage types and their configuration in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that a specific wage type (denoted as &1) is expected to be present in a certain table (denoted as &2) to perform an offsetting operation on a specific object (denoted as &3). This usually happens when:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type is not correctly configured in the payroll schema or is missing from the relevant tables.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the payroll data, such as missing entries or incorrect mappings.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the payroll process, they might not be aligned with the standard configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPSGB_ABS164 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code PE01 (Schema Maintenance) and check the payroll schema to ensure that the wage type is correctly defined and included in the relevant processing steps.
  Verify that the wage type is correctly assigned in the relevant tables (e.g., T512W for wage types).
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Tables:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the contents of the relevant tables (e.g., T512W, T512A) to ensure that the wage type exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the wage type is included in the necessary infotypes (e.g., IT0008 for basic pay).
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll process, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  Consult with your ABAP developer if necessary to debug any custom code that might be affecting payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  Perform a payroll simulation for the affected employee(s) to identify if the error persists and to gather more information about the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: PE01 (Schema Maintenance), SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Tables: T512W (Wage Type Characteristics), T512A (Wage Type Valuation).
  Infotypes: IT0008 (Basic Pay), IT0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the HRPSGB_ABS164 error in your SAP system.