How To Fix 5R206 - Tax Reference number & assigned to PERNR : & & &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Tax Reference number & assigned to PERNR : & & &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R206 - Tax Reference number & assigned to PERNR : & & &. ?

  The SAP error message 5R206, which states "Tax Reference number & assigned to PERNR: & & &," typically indicates an issue related to the tax reference number associated with a specific personnel number (PERNR) in the SAP system. This error often arises in the context of payroll processing or tax reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Reference Number: The tax reference number may not be assigned to the employee's personnel record.
  Incorrect Tax Reference Number: The tax reference number may be incorrectly formatted or invalid.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's master data or tax data.
  Country-Specific Requirements: Different countries have specific requirements for tax reference numbers, and the system may not be configured correctly for the employee's location.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data (transaction code PA30).
  Verify that the tax reference number is correctly entered in the relevant infotype (usually IT 0012 for tax data).
  If it is missing, enter the correct tax reference number.
  
  
  
  Validate Tax Reference Number:
  
  Ensure that the tax reference number follows the correct format as per the local tax authority's requirements.
  If necessary, consult with the local tax authority or payroll department for the correct format.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to tax processing for the specific country.
  Ensure that the tax types and reference numbers are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  After making corrections, run a payroll simulation to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to error message 5R206 for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as IT 0012 (Tax Data) and IT 0001 (Organizational Assignment).
  Country-Specific Tax Regulations: Be aware of the tax regulations applicable in the employee's country, as these can affect the required data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5R206 and ensure that the tax reference number is correctly assigned to the personnel number in question.