How To Fix 3W210 - At least one valid PAYE Reference must be registered as Creator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3W - HR: Message Class South Africa

• Message number: 210

• Message text: At least one valid PAYE Reference must be registered as Creator

How to fix this error?

You must indicate a 'creator' for the PAYE tax reference number. To do
so, see in the IMG: Payroll South Africa -> Maintain PAYE tax reference
information. Set the 'Creator' indicator for the appropriate PAYE
reference number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3W210 - At least one valid PAYE Reference must be registered as Creator ?

  The SAP error message 3W210 indicates that there is an issue with the PAYE (Pay As You Earn) reference in the system. Specifically, it means that at least one valid PAYE reference must be registered as a creator for the payroll process to proceed. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in countries where PAYE is applicable, such as the UK.
  Cause:
  
  Missing PAYE Reference: The most common cause of this error is that the PAYE reference has not been set up or is missing in the employee's master data or in the payroll configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The PAYE reference may be incorrectly configured or not linked to the appropriate payroll area or employee group.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to execute the payroll process may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create PAYE references.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data (using transaction code PA30).
  Ensure that the PAYE reference is correctly entered in the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0001 or 0002).
  
  
  
  Verify PAYE Configuration:
  
  Check the payroll configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the PAYE reference is correctly defined.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and verify the PAYE settings under the payroll area.
  
  
  
  Register PAYE Reference:
  
  If the PAYE reference is missing, you may need to register it. This can typically be done through the payroll administration or HR module.
  Ensure that the PAYE reference is valid and corresponds to the correct tax authority.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify PAYE references.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the user roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions related to your version of SAP and the payroll module you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), SPRO (Customizing), and others that may be useful for payroll processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 3W210 and ensure that the payroll process can continue smoothly.