How To Fix 5G411 - If P46 box is ticked - then P46 issued date must be entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 411

• Message text: If P46 box is ticked - then P46 issued date must be entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G411 - If P46 box is ticked - then P46 issued date must be entered ?

  The SAP error message 5G411, which states "If P46 box is ticked - then P46 issued date must be entered," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee data management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with tax forms or compliance reporting.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the P46 box (which indicates that a P46 form is applicable for the employee) is checked, but the system does not have a corresponding date entered for when the P46 was issued. The P46 form is used in the UK for employees who have started a new job and do not have a P45 from their previous employer. The issued date is necessary for compliance and reporting purposes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the P46 issued date is entered in the relevant employee record. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Employee Record:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., PA30 for maintaining HR master data).
  
  
  
  Select the Employee:
  
  Enter the employee's personnel number and select the appropriate infotype (usually IT0000 or IT0001).
  
  
  
  Check the P46 Box:
  
  Verify that the P46 box is indeed checked.
  
  
  
  Enter the P46 Issued Date:
  
  Locate the field for the P46 issued date and enter the appropriate date when the P46 was issued.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the date, save the changes to the employee record.
  
  
  
  Re-run Payroll or Reporting:
  
  If applicable, re-run the payroll process or the report that triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  P46 Form: This is a tax form used in the UK for employees who do not have a P45. It is important for tax calculations and ensuring that the correct tax code is applied.
  Compliance: Ensuring that the P46 issued date is correctly entered is crucial for compliance with tax regulations and for accurate payroll processing.
  SAP Documentation: For further details, you may refer to SAP Help documentation or consult with your SAP HR module administrator for specific configurations related to payroll and tax reporting.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP HR.