How To Fix 5U214 - Tax type & no longer defined in table T5UTD

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Tax type & no longer defined in table T5UTD

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U214 - Tax type & no longer defined in table T5UTD ?

  The SAP error message 5U214 indicates that a specific tax type is no longer defined in the table T5UTD. This table is used in the SAP system to manage tax types and their definitions, particularly in the context of payroll and tax calculations.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Tax Type Deletion: The tax type referenced in the payroll or tax calculation has been deleted or is not maintained in the T5UTD table.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of tax types, possibly due to updates or migrations, may have led to the removal or alteration of the tax type.
  Incorrect Payroll Schema: The payroll schema or the specific payroll processing run may be referencing an outdated or incorrect tax type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Table T5UTD:
  
  Use transaction code SE16 or SE11 to view the contents of table T5UTD.
  Verify if the tax type in question is present in the table. If it is missing, you will need to add it back.
  
  
  
  Maintain Tax Type:
  
  If the tax type is missing, you can add it using transaction code SM30 or SM31 to maintain the view for T5UTD.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly when adding the tax type.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for tax types in the SAP system. This can be done through the SPRO transaction (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Payroll -> Taxes -> Define Tax Types and ensure that the tax type is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Schema:
  
  Review the payroll schema being used to ensure it is referencing the correct tax types.
  If necessary, update the payroll schema to reflect the current tax types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any recent changes or updates in the system that may have affected tax type definitions.
  Consult SAP notes or documentation for any known issues related to tax types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll or tax calculation to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll and tax configuration for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.