How To Fix PG271 - Wage type &1 is not permitted on &3 for infotype "&4"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Wage type &1 is not permitted on &3 for infotype "&4"

What causes this issue?

There is no entry for &V1& wage type on &V3& under the current
<DS:DE.MOLGA>Country Grouping</> ('&V2&') for the "&V4&" infotypes in
the "Permitted Wage Types" view (V_T512Z).

System Response

Invalid entry.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry.
Also check the entries in the above-mentioned table view if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG271 - Wage type &1 is not permitted on &3 for infotype "&4" ?

  The SAP error message PG271 indicates that a specific wage type (denoted as &1) is not permitted for a particular employee (denoted as &3) on a specific infotype (denoted as &4). This error typically arises during payroll processing or when maintaining employee master data in the Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type may not be configured correctly in the system. It could be restricted for certain employee groups, personnel areas, or infotypes.
  Infotype Restrictions: The infotype in question may have specific rules that restrict the use of certain wage types. For example, certain wage types may only be allowed for specific employee categories or employment statuses.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as entering an incorrect wage type or infotype.
  Collective Agreements: The wage type might be governed by collective agreements or legal regulations that restrict its use under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for wage types in the SAP system (Transaction code: PE01 or SPRO).
  Verify if the wage type is allowed for the specific infotype and employee group.
  Ensure that the wage type is correctly assigned to the relevant payroll area and employee subgroup.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Settings:
  
  Check the infotype settings to see if there are any restrictions on the wage types that can be used.
  Use Transaction code: PA30 to view the infotype data for the employee and confirm the settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with Payroll Specialist: 
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, consult with a payroll specialist or an SAP HCM consultant who can provide insights into the specific rules governing wage types and infotypes.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: 
  
  Ensure that the correct wage type is being entered for the employee and that it aligns with the infotype requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making any changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HCM that store employee-related information. Each infotype has specific fields and rules governing the data it can contain.
  Wage Types: Wage types are used in payroll processing to define how different types of compensation are calculated and reported.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PE01 (Maintain Wage Types), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for configuration tasks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.