How To Fix PG235 - Wage type &1 unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 235

• Message text: Wage type &1 unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG235 - Wage type &1 unknown ?

  The SAP error message PG235, which states "Wage type &1 unknown," typically occurs during payroll processing when the system encounters a wage type that is not recognized or defined in the system. This can happen for several reasons, and here are the common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Wage Type Not Defined: The wage type specified in the payroll run is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing entry in the wage type table.
  Incorrect Configuration: The wage type may not be properly configured in the relevant payroll schema or may not be assigned to the employee's payroll area.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the wage type being referenced in the payroll processing.
  Transport Issues: If the wage type was recently created or modified in a development environment and not properly transported to the production environment, it may not be recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  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 in question is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema (transaction code PE01) to ensure that the wage type is included in the schema and is being processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (transaction code PA20 or PA30) to ensure that the wage type is assigned to the employee and is valid for their payroll area.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the wage type was entered manually, verify that there are no typographical errors. Ensure that the wage type code matches exactly with what is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the wage type was recently created or modified, ensure that the transport request has been successfully moved to the production environment. Check with your Basis team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to wage types and payroll processing for any additional insights or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM30/SM31: For maintaining table entries.
  PE01: For payroll schema maintenance.
  PA20/PA30: For viewing and maintaining employee master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to wage types and payroll processing.
  
  
  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 and resolve the issue related to the PG235 error message in SAP.