How To Fix PBAS_SERVICE081 - Wage type &1 is not permitted on &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PBAS_SERVICE - HR Master Data: Service Functions

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Wage type &1 is not permitted on &3

What causes this issue?

The wage type &V1& of country grouping &V2& is not permitted on date
&V3&.
The check is made by an implementation of the BAdI
<DS:SIMG.HRPAD00_B_WTYP_PERM>HRPAD00_B_WTYP_PERM</>.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check your entries and any system settings (in particular, the checks
made in the implementation of the BAdI
<DS:SIMG.HRPAD00_B_WTYP_PERM>HRPAD00_B_WTYP_PERM</>).

Procedure for System Administrators

If an active implementation of the BAdI exists, the period for which the
wage type being checked is permitted must be specified in the table
ET_WTYP_PERMISSIBILITY. If no entry exists in this table or if the
permissibility period does not cover the entire interval of the check,
the wage type is regarded as not permitted.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PBAS_SERVICE081 - Wage type &1 is not permitted on &3 ?

  The SAP error message PBAS_SERVICE081 indicates that a specific wage type (denoted as &1) is not permitted for a particular employee or payroll period (denoted as &3). This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing, where certain wage types may be restricted based on configuration settings or business rules.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The wage type may not be configured correctly in the payroll schema or may not be allowed for the specific employee group or payroll area.
  Employee Group Restrictions: The wage type might be restricted for certain employee groups or subgroups, meaning that it cannot be used for employees in those categories.
  Period-Specific Restrictions: The wage type may be restricted for the specific payroll period being processed, possibly due to changes in regulations or company policies.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing information in the employee's master data that prevent the use of the wage type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the wage type in the SAP system. Ensure that it is correctly set up in the relevant payroll schema and that it is allowed for the employee group/subgroup in question.
  Review Employee Master Data: Check the employee's master data to ensure that all necessary information is complete and correct. Look for any flags or settings that might restrict the use of the wage type.
  Consult Payroll Rules: Verify if there are any specific payroll rules or policies that restrict the use of the wage type for the given employee or payroll period.
  Adjust Payroll Area Settings: If applicable, check the payroll area settings to ensure that the wage type is permitted for the payroll area of the employee.
  Testing: After making any changes, run a test payroll to see if the error persists. This will help confirm whether the issue has been resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PE03 (Maintain Payroll Schema), or PE04 (Maintain Payroll Rules) to investigate and make necessary changes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on wage types and payroll configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.