How To Fix 4B118 - ROHQ Tax Employee status is not allowed. Value set to initial.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 4B - Message Class for Philippines

• Message number: 118

• Message text: ROHQ Tax Employee status is not allowed. Value set to initial.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 4B118 - ROHQ Tax Employee status is not allowed. Value set to initial. ?

  The SAP error message "4B118 ROHQ Tax Employee status is not allowed. Value set to initial." typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee master data management. This error indicates that the system has encountered an invalid or inappropriate value for the tax employee status field in the employee's master data.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Tax Status: The employee's tax status may have been set to a value that is not recognized or allowed by the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that do not permit the current tax status for the employee.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a mistake in data entry when setting up or updating the employee's information.
  Missing Customization: If the system has been customized, the tax status may not have been properly defined or mapped.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Review the employee's master data in the SAP system to ensure that the tax employee status is set correctly. You can do this using transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Validate Tax Status Values: Ensure that the tax status assigned to the employee is valid. Refer to the configuration settings in the system to see which values are allowed.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you have access, check the configuration settings in the SAP system (usually done by an HR or Payroll consultant) to ensure that the tax status is correctly defined.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the tax status value in the employee's master data.
  Run Payroll Simulation: After making changes, run a payroll simulation to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the tax employee status and its allowed values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to employee master data.
  Testing: After making changes, it is advisable to test the payroll process in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with an SAP HR consultant or support team for further assistance.