How To Fix 5I227 - Invalid TFN

5I227 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5I - HR-PA: Reserved for International Version (Australia)

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Invalid TFN

What causes this issue?

When validating the <LS>Tax File Number </>(TFN), which you have
entered for an employee, the system checks if the TFN:
Consists of only numeric values
Complies with either the eight digit or the nine digit TFN algorithm

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify a valid TFN number for the employee.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5I227 - Invalid TFN ?

  The SAP error message 5I227 "Invalid TFN" typically relates to issues with the Tax File Number (TFN) in the context of payroll or tax reporting in Australia. This error can occur when the TFN provided for an employee is either invalid, incorrectly formatted, or does not match the records held by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect TFN Format: The TFN may not conform to the expected format (e.g., it should be a 9-digit number).
  Invalid TFN: The TFN may not be valid or may have been deactivated by the ATO.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the TFN entered in the SAP system.
  Employee Status: The employee may not have provided a TFN or may be in a status that does not require one.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll system or the integration with ATO services.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify TFN: Check the TFN for accuracy. Ensure it