How To Fix 5N859 - Tax class 4 not valid for persons under 18

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 859

• Message text: Tax class 4 not valid for persons under 18

What causes this issue?

You have entered tax class 4 for the employee in field <LS>Tax Class
</>. This tax class is, however, invalid for employees younger than 18.

System Response

The infotype record cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Check the tax class specified on the employee's individual employment
tax statement and the date of birth entered in infotype <LS>Personal
Data </>(0002) in field <LS>Date of Birth</>. Make the necessary
changes and save the infotype record.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N859 - Tax class 4 not valid for persons under 18 ?

  The SAP error message 5N859, which states "Tax class 4 not valid for persons under 18," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee master data management in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to assign a tax class that is not applicable for employees who are under the age of 18.
  Cause:
  
  Tax Class Assignment: In many countries, tax class 4 is generally used for married employees or those with specific tax benefits. However, it is not applicable for individuals under the age of 18, as they may not have the same tax obligations or benefits.
  Employee Master Data: The employee's date of birth may have been entered incorrectly, or the employee may have been assigned to the wrong tax class in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Age: Verify the employee's date of birth in the master data. If the employee is indeed under 18, you will need to assign a different tax class that is appropriate for minors.
  Change Tax Class: Update the employee's tax class in the system. For employees under 18, you may need to assign them to a tax class that is valid for their age group (e.g., tax class 1 or 2, depending on the local tax regulations).
  Review Tax Class Configuration: If necessary, review the configuration of tax classes in your SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly according to local tax laws and regulations.
  Consult with Payroll/HR: If you are unsure about which tax class to assign, consult with your payroll or HR department to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates regarding tax class configurations and age-related restrictions.
  Local Tax Regulations: Familiarize yourself with local tax laws regarding employment and taxation for minors, as these can vary significantly by country and region.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error does not recur and that the employee's tax calculations are correct.
  
  By addressing the underlying cause of the error and ensuring that the employee's tax class is appropriate for their age, you should be able to resolve the issue effectively.