How To Fix 5R173 - IRAS feedback date is less than IR21 issue date !

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5R - HR-SG: Messages for HR Module SG, China, Hongkong and Taiwan

• Message number: 173

• Message text: IRAS feedback date is less than IR21 issue date !

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R173 - IRAS feedback date is less than IR21 issue date ! ?

  The SAP error message 5R173 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the feedback date in the IRAS (Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore) submission and the issue date of the IR21 form. This error typically arises during the process of submitting the IR21 form, which is a tax clearance form for foreign employees in Singapore.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The feedback date provided in the IRAS submission is earlier than the issue date of the IR21 form. This situation is logically inconsistent because the feedback date should not precede the date on which the IR21 was issued.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dates: Verify the issue date of the IR21 form and the feedback date in your submission. Ensure that the feedback date is on or after the issue date of the IR21.
  
  
  Update Feedback Date: If the feedback date is incorrect, update it to reflect a date that is equal to or later than the IR21 issue date.
  
  
  Re-submit: After making the necessary corrections, re-submit the IR21 form to IRAS.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or the IRAS guidelines for any specific requirements regarding the dates and submission process.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or IRAS for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IR21 Form: This is a tax clearance form that employers in Singapore must submit to the IRAS when a foreign employee is leaving Singapore or ceasing employment.
  IRAS Guidelines: The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore provides guidelines on the proper completion and submission of the IR21 form, including the importance of accurate dates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By ensuring that the dates are correctly aligned, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully submit the IR21 form.