How To Fix 5G427 - No EPS forms produced; an XML submission is not possible

5G427 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 427

• Message text: No EPS forms produced; an XML submission is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G427 - No EPS forms produced; an XML submission is not possible ?

  The SAP error message 5G427 indicates that no EPS (Electronic Payment System) forms were produced, and as a result, an XML submission is not possible. This error typically arises in the context of electronic submissions for payroll or tax reporting, particularly when using the SAP system to generate and submit forms electronically.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The EPS forms may not be properly configured in the SAP system. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the payroll or tax reporting configuration.
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the employee records or payroll results that prevent the generation of the EPS forms.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to generate the forms may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data or execute the process.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the SAP system itself, missing updates, or bugs in the software.
  
  Solutions:
  
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