How To Fix 5M006 - You must enter daily/period exemptions for the main tax card

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 006

• Message text: You must enter daily/period exemptions for the main tax card

What causes this issue?

You have indicated a tax card as primary card. It is necessary to
indicate a daily as well as a period exemption for these tax cards.

System Response

The system issues a warning, pointing out what is probably a mistake.
Since under certain circumstances it is actually possible for there to
be no period or daily exemption with a primary card, it is therefore
still possible to make an entry.

How to fix this error?

Check if the employee actually has a primary card without period and
daily exemption.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M006 - You must enter daily/period exemptions for the main tax card ?

  The SAP error message 5M006, which states "You must enter daily/period exemptions for the main tax card," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with tax calculations for employees. This error indicates that the system requires specific tax exemption data to be entered for the employee's main tax card, which is necessary for accurate payroll processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Exemption Data: The primary cause of this error is that the employee's tax card does not have the required daily or period exemptions defined. This can happen if the employee has tax exemptions that need to be recorded but have not been entered into the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the tax settings in the SAP system, leading to the requirement for exemptions not being met.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be mistakes in the employee's master data or tax card information that prevent the system from processing payroll correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Tax Exemptions:
  
  Navigate to the employee's tax card in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the daily or period exemptions are correctly entered. This typically involves going to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0015 for additional payments or deductions) and entering the necessary exemption details.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for tax calculations in the SAP system. Ensure that the tax types and exemptions are set up correctly according to local tax regulations.
  Consult with your SAP HR or payroll administrator to verify that the system is configured to handle the specific tax exemptions required for your organization.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data for any inconsistencies or missing information that could lead to this error.
  Make sure that all relevant infotypes are filled out correctly, including personal data, tax information, and any exemptions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling tax exemptions and related payroll processing issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll calculation to ensure that the error has been resolved and that the payroll is processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on tax card configurations.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Training: Consider training for HR personnel on managing tax cards and exemptions in SAP to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5M006 and ensure that payroll processing can continue without issues.