How To Fix IW701 - Wage type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Wage type & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have entered a wage type that is not defined in your
system.

System Response

INCLUDE 'VERARBEITUNG-ENTER' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW701 - Wage type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message IW701, which states "Wage type & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP HR (Human Resources) module, particularly when dealing with payroll processing or time management. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified wage type in the configuration.
  Causes of IW701 Error
  
  
  Missing Wage Type Configuration: The wage type specified in the error message has not been defined in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or the wage type not being created in the system.
  
  
  Incorrect Wage Type in Master Data: The wage type may be incorrectly entered in the employee's master data or in the payroll schema.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the wage type was recently created or modified in a development environment and has not been transported to the production environment, it may not exist in the production system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the wage type.
  
  
  Incorrect Payroll Area: The wage type may not be valid for the payroll area assigned to the employee.
  
  
  Solutions to IW701 Error
  
  
  Check Wage Type 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 exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Employee Master Data:
  
  Use transaction PA20 or PA30 to check the employee's master data.
  Ensure that the wage type is correctly entered in the infotype (e.g., IT0008 for Basic Pay).
  
  
  
  Transport the Wage Type:
  
  If the wage type was created in a development environment, ensure that it has been transported to the production environment.
  Check the transport logs for any issues.
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Area:
  
  Verify that the wage type is valid for the payroll area assigned to the employee.
  You can check this in the configuration settings for payroll areas.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the wage type.
  Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to wage types and payroll processing for any additional insights or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SM30/SM31: Table Maintenance
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table structures)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to wage types and payroll processing.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IW701 error and implement the appropriate solution.