How To Fix 5U228 - Enter only state authorities in 'From' and 'To' fields

5U228 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Enter only state authorities in 'From' and 'To' fields

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U228 - Enter only state authorities in 'From' and 'To' fields ?

  The SAP error message 5U228, which states "Enter only state authorities in 'From' and 'To' fields," typically occurs in the context of tax-related transactions or configurations within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system expects only state authorities to be entered in the specified fields, and other types of authorities or invalid entries are causing the error.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Entries: The 'From' and 'To' fields may have been populated with invalid data, such as federal authorities or other non-state entities.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for tax authorities may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the entries as valid state authorities.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have mistakenly entered incorrect codes or names that do not correspond to recognized state authorities.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Entries: Check the entries in the 'From' and 'To' fields to ensure that they only contain valid state authority codes or names. Remove any invalid entries.
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