How To Fix PG244 - Wage type &2 unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Wage type &2 unknown

What causes this issue?

Wage type &V2& is unknown 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 known wage type or the wage type for country grouping &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG244 - Wage type &2 unknown ?

  The SAP error message PG244 "Wage type &2 unknown" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when the system encounters a wage type that is not recognized or defined in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as configuration issues, missing entries in the wage type table, or incorrect payroll processing settings.
  Causes:
  
  Wage Type Not Defined: The wage type referenced in the error message is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The wage type may not be properly configured in the relevant payroll schema or rules.
  Missing Entries: The wage type may be missing from the relevant tables (e.g., T512W for wage types).
  Incorrect Payroll Area: The wage type may not be valid for the payroll area being processed.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or error in the employee master data or payroll results.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SM30 or SM31 and check the configuration for