How To Fix 5N855 - Dutch tax and social insurance no. (sofinummer) is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 855

• Message text: Dutch tax and social insurance no. (sofinummer) is incorrect

What causes this issue?

The number entered does not meet the requirements for SoFi numbers.

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

System Response

The infotype record cannot be stored.

How to fix this error?

Check the SoFi number of the employee, enter the correct number and
save the record.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N855 - Dutch tax and social insurance no. (sofinummer) is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message 5N855 indicates that the Dutch tax and social insurance number (sofinummer) entered in the system is incorrect. This error typically arises during the processing of employee data or payroll information in SAP systems that are configured for Dutch payroll.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Format: The sofinummer must adhere to a specific format. If the number is not in the correct format (e.g., length, numeric characters), the system will throw this error.
  Invalid Number: The sofinummer entered may not be valid or may not correspond to an existing individual in the Dutch tax system.
  Data Entry Errors: Simple typographical errors during data entry can lead to this issue.
  Missing Data: The sofinummer field may be empty or not filled in at all.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll module in SAP that affect how the sofinummer is validated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify the Sofinummer: Check the sofinummer for accuracy. Ensure that it is the correct number for the employee and that it is entered in the correct format.
  Check Format: Ensure that the sofinummer is 9 digits long and consists only of numeric characters.
  Update Employee Data: If the sofinummer is incorrect, update the employee's master data in SAP with the correct sofinummer.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines specific to the Dutch payroll module for any additional requirements or formats.
  Test with a Valid Number: If possible, test the entry with a known valid sofinummer to see if the error persists.
  Contact Support: If the issue continues after verifying the number, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a payroll specialist familiar with Dutch regulations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Sofinummer: The sofinummer (social security number) is a unique identification number assigned to individuals in the Netherlands for tax and social security purposes.
  SAP Payroll Configuration: Ensure that the SAP payroll system is correctly configured for Dutch payroll processing, including the handling of sofinummers.
  Legal Compliance: Ensure compliance with Dutch tax laws and regulations regarding employee identification numbers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5N855 related to the Dutch tax and social insurance number.