How To Fix 51084 - No wage type assigned to tax code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 51 - HR: Messages for Norway

• Message number: 084

• Message text: No wage type assigned to tax code &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 51084 - No wage type assigned to tax code & ?

  The SAP error message 51084, "No wage type assigned to tax code &," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when the system cannot find a wage type that is associated with a specific tax code. This can prevent payroll calculations from proceeding correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the wage type has not been assigned to the relevant tax code in the payroll configuration.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code being used may not be valid or may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  Changes in Tax Regulations: Changes in tax laws or regulations may require updates to the wage types and tax codes in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to Payroll > Wage Types > Assign Wage Types to Tax Codes.
  Ensure that the wage type in question is correctly assigned to the relevant tax code.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Code Settings:
  
  Verify that the tax code is correctly defined in the system. Check the settings under Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Codes.
  
  
  
  Update Wage Type:
  
  If the wage type is missing, you may need to create a new wage type or modify an existing one to ensure it is linked to the correct tax code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any recent changes in tax regulations that may affect wage types and tax codes. Ensure that your system is updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that calculations are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SM30 (for table maintenance) or SPRO (to access the IMG) to navigate to the relevant configuration areas.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Community can provide additional insights and user experiences related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 51084 and ensure that your payroll processing runs smoothly.