How To Fix 5U521 - 'Begin post-tax immediately' option requires post-tax amount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 521

• Message text: 'Begin post-tax immediately' option requires post-tax amount

What causes this issue?

You have selected the <LS>Begin post-tax immediately</> indicator
without having entered a post-tax percentage or amount.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Either deselect the <LS>Begin post-tax immediately</> indicator or
enter a post-tax percentage or amount.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U521 - 'Begin post-tax immediately' option requires post-tax amount ?

  The SAP error message 5U521, which states that the "Begin post-tax immediately" option requires a post-tax amount, typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or financial transactions where tax calculations are involved. This error indicates that the system expects a post-tax amount to be specified when the option to begin post-tax processing immediately is selected.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Post-Tax Amount: The most common cause of this error is that the system does not have a specified post-tax amount when the user attempts to initiate a transaction or process that requires it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the payroll or financial module that are not set up correctly, leading to this error.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently left the post-tax amount field blank or entered an invalid value.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that the post-tax amount is correctly entered in the relevant field. If it is blank, fill it in with the appropriate value.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the payroll or financial settings to ensure that the post-tax processing options are correctly configured.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction or process you are attempting to execute.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes related to payroll or financial postings (e.g., PC00_MXX_CALC, FB50).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide updates/patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the transaction, as restrictions may lead to unexpected errors.
  
  By addressing the missing post-tax amount and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the error message 5U521 in SAP.