How To Fix HRSG_SGAWS011 - This wage type is not applicable for & &.


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: HRSG_SGAWS - Message for SGAWS

  • Message number: 011

  • Message text: This wage type is not applicable for & &.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSG_SGAWS011 - This wage type is not applicable for & &. ?

    The SAP error message HRSG_SGAWS011 indicates that a specific wage type is not applicable for the employee or the context in which it is being processed. This error typically arises in the Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly in payroll processing or when configuring wage types.

    Cause:

    1. Wage Type Configuration: The wage type may not be configured correctly in the system for the specific employee group, personnel area, or other relevant criteria.
    2. Employee Status: The employee's status (e.g., active, inactive, on leave) may not allow for the processing of that wage type.
    3. Collective Agreements: There may be collective agreements or legal regulations that restrict the use of certain wage types for specific employee categories.
    4. Infotype Data: Missing or incorrect data in relevant infotypes (e.g., infotype 0008 for basic pay) can lead to this error.
    5. Payroll Area: The payroll area assigned to the employee may not support the wage type in question.

    Solution:

    1. Check Wage Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the wage type in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly for the relevant employee groups and personnel areas.
    2. Review Employee Data: Check the employee's master data to ensure that all relevant infotypes are correctly filled out and that the employee's status allows for the wage type to be processed.
    3. Consult Collective Agreements: If applicable, review any collective agreements or legal regulations that may restrict the use of the wage type for the employee in question.
    4. Adjust Payroll Area Settings: Ensure that the payroll area assigned to the employee is configured to allow the wage type.
    5. Testing: After making any changes, run a test payroll to see if the error persists.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee data or SM30 (Table View Maintenance) to review wage type configurations.
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on wage type configuration and payroll processing.
    • Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.

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