How To Fix PG240 - Wage type &2 is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 240

• Message text: Wage type &2 is not permitted

What causes this issue?

Wage type &V2& is impermissible on &V3&.

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?

Enter a permissible wage type or the wage type in the
<DS:SIMG.OHL017>Define Permissible Wage Types</> view for country
grouping &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG240 - Wage type &2 is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message PG240, which states "Wage type &2 is not permitted," typically occurs during payroll processing when a wage type that is not allowed in the current context is being used. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or incorrect data entry.
  Causes:
  
  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.
  Wage Type Characteristics: The wage type may have been marked as "not permitted" for certain payroll processes or for specific employee types.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The wage type may have been incorrectly assigned to an employee or a payroll run.
  Legal or Compliance Restrictions: Certain wage types may be restricted due to legal or compliance requirements in specific regions or countries.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the payroll settings and check the configuration for the wage type in question.
  Ensure that the wage type is allowed for the relevant employee group and payroll area.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (Transaction code: PA30) to ensure that the wage type is correctly assigned and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Verify that the employee belongs to the correct employee group and payroll area.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Schema:
  
  If necessary, modify the payroll schema to include the wage type if it is valid for the payroll process.
  Ensure that the wage type is included in the relevant payroll calculations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific wage type to understand any restrictions or requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  PA30: For employee master data.
  PC00_MXX_CALC: For running payroll.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.