How To Fix 5G673 - Tax credit starts before date received

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 673

• Message text: Tax credit starts before date received

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G673 - Tax credit starts before date received ?

  The SAP error message 5G673, which states "Tax credit starts before date received," typically occurs in the context of tax credit processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the effective date of the tax credit and the date on which the tax credit information was received or processed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The effective date of the tax credit is set to a date that is earlier than the date the information was received in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax credit configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies in the effective dates.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during data entry, where the dates were incorrectly inputted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Effective Dates: Review the effective date of the tax credit and ensure it is set correctly. It should not be earlier than the date the information was received.
  Adjust Dates: If the effective date is incorrect, adjust it to a valid date that is on or after the date received.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for tax credits in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entry process to ensure that dates are being entered correctly and consistently.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling tax credit entries and effective dates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that users entering tax credit information have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes.
  Testing: After making adjustments, conduct tests to ensure that the error does not recur and that tax credits are processed correctly.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5G673 and ensure that tax credit processing is functioning correctly in your SAP system.