How To Fix HRSFEC_SERVICES246 - For wagetype &1 only unit &2 is permitted. Please change configuration.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_SERVICES - Message Class for Replication Service

• Message number: 246

• Message text: For wagetype &1 only unit &2 is permitted. Please change configuration.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES246 - For wagetype &1 only unit &2 is permitted. Please change configuration. ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES246 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to a specific wage type in the SAP system. The message states that for the wage type specified (represented by &1), only a certain unit (represented by &2) is permitted. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when configuring wage types in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The wage type may have been configured with an incorrect unit of measure. For example, if the wage type is meant to be processed in hours but is configured to accept a different unit (like days), this error will occur.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry where the unit of measure does not match the expected configuration for that wage type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the payroll process, they may not align with the standard configurations, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 and check the configuration for the wage type in question.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration tables (e.g., T512W for wage types) and verify the allowed units of measure for the wage type.
  Ensure that the unit of measure configured matches the expected unit for that wage type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the entry to use the permitted unit of measure for the wage type.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements that interact with payroll processing, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  Make necessary adjustments to align with the standard configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to wage type configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that payroll processing works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM30/SM31: For maintaining table entries.
  PA30: For maintaining employee master data.
  PE51: For wage type evaluation.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on wage type configuration.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message HRSFEC_SERVICES246 and ensure that the wage type configuration is correct.