How To Fix 32164 - For pers. no. &, paragraph of Sec. 47 EStG missing in infotyp 484

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 32 - HR: Public Sector Austria

• Message number: 164

• Message text: For pers. no. &, paragraph of Sec. 47 EStG missing in infotyp 484

What causes this issue?

If field "Target Insurance Instit." (tax-levying authority) is entered
in infotype 484 (subtype 1, taxation by other insurance institution),
value "3" or "4" must be entered in field "Para. of Sec47EStG"

System Response

The system issues a warning.

How to fix this error?

Extend or correct the above entry in infotype 0484.

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 32164 - For pers. no. &, paragraph of Sec. 47 EStG missing in infotyp 484 ?

  The SAP error message 32164 indicates that there is a missing entry for a specific personnel number in the infotype 484, which is related to the German tax law (specifically, Section 47 of the Einkommensteuergesetz, or EStG). This infotype is used to manage tax-related information for employees, and the error suggests that the required data for the specified personnel number is incomplete or missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The personnel number specified does not have an entry in infotype 484, which is necessary for processing tax-related information.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the infotype or the tax settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Error: The data may not have been entered correctly or completely during the employee's record setup.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype 484: 
  
  Go to the employee's master data and check if infotype 484 exists for the specified personnel number.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create a new entry for that employee in infotype 484.
  
  
  
  Enter Required Data:
  
  If infotype 484 exists but is incomplete, ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. This may include fields related to tax class, exemptions, and other relevant tax information.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, review the settings for infotype 484 to ensure that it is set up correctly according to the requirements of the German tax law.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on infotype 484 and the requirements for Section 47 EStG.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert who can provide assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 484: This infotype is specifically used for managing tax-related information in the context of German payroll processing.
  EStG (Einkommensteuergesetz): This is the German Income Tax Act, which outlines the regulations for income tax in Germany, including various paragraphs that may affect payroll processing.
  Personnel Administration (PA): Understanding the broader context of personnel administration in SAP can help in managing employee records and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
  
  By addressing the missing data in infotype 484, you should be able to resolve the error message 32164 and ensure that the employee's tax information is correctly processed.