How To Fix PG081 - Check wage type &1 for ESG grouping &2 in the interval from &3 to &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Check wage type &1 for ESG grouping &2 in the interval from &3 to &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG081 - Check wage type &1 for ESG grouping &2 in the interval from &3 to &4 ?

  The SAP error message PG081 typically relates to issues with wage types in the context of the Employee Self-Service (ESS) or Payroll processes. This error indicates that there is a problem with the configuration of wage types for a specific ESG (Employee Subgroup) grouping within a defined interval.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The wage type specified in the error message may not be correctly configured for the specified ESG grouping. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings.
  Interval Issues: The error may also arise if the wage type is not valid for the specified date range (from &3 to &4). This could happen if the wage type was deactivated or modified during that period.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the employee master data that relate to the ESG grouping or wage type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for wage types in the SAP system (Transaction code: V_T512W).
  Verify that the wage type (&1) is correctly assigned to the ESG grouping (&2) and that it is active for the specified interval.
  Ensure that the wage type is set up correctly in the relevant payroll schema.
  
  
  
  Review ESG Grouping:
  
  Check the ESG grouping settings (Transaction code: V_T503).
  Ensure that the wage type is included in the correct ESG grouping and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Check Date Intervals:
  
  Verify the validity of the wage type for the specified date range. Ensure that the wage type is active and applicable for the entire interval from &3 to &4.
  
  
  
  Master Data Review:
  
  Review the employee master data to ensure that the ESG grouping is correctly assigned to the employee and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll or simulation to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PE51 (Maintain Payroll Schema), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on wage types and ESG groupings.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, 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 and resolve the cause of the PG081 error message in your SAP system.