HRWTT00GENERAL024 - Enter a valid wage type and proceed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRWTT00GENERAL - Messages for Wage Type Configuration Tool

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Enter a valid wage type and proceed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRWTT00GENERAL024 - Enter a valid wage type and proceed ?

  The SAP error message HRWTT00GENERAL024 ("Enter a valid wage type and proceed") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when entering wage types in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the wage type entered is either invalid or not recognized by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Wage Type: The wage type entered does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  Inactive Wage Type: The wage type may be inactive or not available for the specific payroll area or employee group.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified wage type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of wage types in the system, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be typographical errors in the wage type entered.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Wage Type: Check the wage type entered for any typographical errors. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and follows the correct format.
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 and check the configuration for wage types in the relevant tables (e.g., T512W).
  Ensure that the wage type is defined and active for the relevant payroll area and employee group.
  
  
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the wage type. This can be checked with the help of a system administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for information on valid wage types and their configurations.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PE51 (Maintain Payroll Schema), and SM30 (Table Maintenance).
  Wage Type Configuration: Understanding how wage types are configured in SAP HCM is crucial. This includes knowing how to create, modify, and activate wage types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to wage types and payroll processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.