How To Fix PFM_01CA364 - There is already one wage type & record in selected period

PFM_01CA364 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_01CA - Generic messages for developments

• Message number: 364

• Message text: There is already one wage type & record in selected period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_01CA364 - There is already one wage type & record in selected period ?

  The SAP error message PFM_01CA364, which states "There is already one wage type & record in selected period," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or wage type management. This error indicates that there is an attempt to enter a wage type for a specific period where a record for that wage type already exists.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that a wage type has already been recorded for the employee in the specified period. SAP does not allow duplicate entries for the same wage type within the same period.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry process, such as selecting the wrong period or wage type.
  Payroll Processing: If payroll has already been processed for that period, it may lock the ability to make changes to wage types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Records: Review the payroll or wage type records for the employee in