“Pay code assigned to this step does not have a calculation method set” error message

Error message says: “The pay code assigned to this step does not have a calculation method set.  You can correct this in the pay code lookup, where you set up the step.  Please select a different step or cancel the changes to this record by pressing the Esc key.”

Solution

You must have rights to add, edit or delete pay codes (administrator status) to correct this error.

1. Navigate to Tools | Lookups | Pay Codes.
2. Choose the pay code that did not have a calculation method and add one.
3. Click OK.
4. You should be able to proceed as usual.