How To Fix AJ636 - Enter a tax determinataion group in schema step &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 636

• Message text: Enter a tax determinataion group in schema step &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ636 - Enter a tax determinataion group in schema step &1 ?

  The SAP error message AJ636, which states "Enter a tax determination group in schema step &1," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when the system expects a tax determination group to be defined in the payroll schema but it is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Determination Group: The error indicates that the payroll schema step (identified by &1) requires a tax determination group to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the payroll schema or the tax determination settings that leads to this error.
  Incorrect Schema Configuration: The payroll schema may not be correctly set up to handle tax determination groups, or the relevant tax configuration may not be properly linked to the payroll process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Schema:
  
  Go to the transaction code PE01 (Schema Maintenance).
  Locate the payroll schema that is being used for the relevant payroll area.
  Review the schema steps to identify where the tax determination group is expected and ensure that it is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Define Tax Determination Group:
  
  If the tax determination group is missing, you need to define it in the relevant schema step.
  You can do this by adding the appropriate function module or operation that specifies the tax determination group.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for tax determination groups in the system. This can be done in the transaction code SPRO (Customizing).
  Navigate to Payroll > Taxes > Define Tax Determination Groups and ensure that the necessary groups are defined and linked to the payroll schema.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the changes, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a functional consultant who specializes in payroll configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PE01: Schema Maintenance
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the payroll schema and tax configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AJ636 error and ensure that the payroll process runs smoothly.