How To Fix RP368 - For the technical wage types, only '/3**' wage types are allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 368

• Message text: For the technical wage types, only '/3**' wage types are allowed

What causes this issue?

You have specified a technical wage type that is not an employee tax or
contribution wage type (/3**). Only technical wage types '/3**' are
allowed.

How to fix this error?

Check the wage types entered.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP368 - For the technical wage types, only '/3**' wage types are allowed ?

  The SAP error message RP368, which states "For the technical wage types, only '/3**' wage types are allowed," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when there is an issue with the wage types being used in the payroll schema. This error indicates that the system expects certain wage types that follow a specific format, particularly those that start with '/3'.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Wage Type: The error is triggered when a wage type that does not conform to the expected format (i.e., not starting with '/3') is being processed in a payroll run.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the payroll schema or in the wage type definitions that allows for the inclusion of non-technical wage types in a context where only technical wage types are permitted.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in employee master data or payroll results can lead to the inclusion of inappropriate wage types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration: 
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 or SM31 and check the configuration for wage types. Ensure that only wage types starting with '/3' are defined for the relevant payroll processing.
  Review the wage type characteristics in the table T512W to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema (transaction code PE01) to ensure that the correct wage types are being called and that the logic is correctly implemented to only allow '/3**' wage types in the relevant areas.
  
  
  
  Correct Employee Master Data:
  
  Review the employee master data (transaction code PA30) to ensure that the wage types assigned to employees are correct and do not include any non-technical wage types in the context where they are not allowed.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, run a payroll simulation to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on wage types and payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Types: In SAP, wage types are used to categorize different types of payments and deductions. Technical wage types (those starting with '/3') are typically used for system calculations and should not be manually entered or modified.
  Payroll Processing: Understanding the payroll schema and how wage types interact within it is crucial for troubleshooting payroll errors.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on wage type configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.