How To Fix 5E163 - Alien code is required for expatriates.

5E163 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Alien code is required for expatriates.

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5E163 - Details

• The SAP error message 5E163 ("Alien code is required for expatriates") typically occurs in the context of managing expatriate employees within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system requires an "alien code" (or a specific identifier) for expatriate employees, which is necessary for compliance with local regulations or for processing payroll and benefits correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Alien Code: The primary cause of this error is that the expatriate employee's record does not have an alien code assigned. This code is often required for tax purposes or to comply with immigration regulations.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the expatriate management module in SAP, leading to the system not recognizing or requiring the alien code.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry during the employee's onboarding or expatriate assignment setup can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Alien Code:
  
  Navigate to the employee's record in the SAP