Message type: E = Error
Message class:  FIQA_LOC - FI Localization for Qatar 
Message number: 204
Message text: Tax card number is not in validity period
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The SAP error message FIQA_LOC204, which states "Tax card number is not in validity period," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or tax calculations when the system is unable to find a valid tax card number for an employee within the specified validity period. This can happen for various reasons, including incorrect data entry, missing tax card information, or issues with the configuration of tax settings. Causes: Invalid Tax Card Number: The tax card number entered may not be valid or may have been incorrectly entered. Outdated Validity Period: The tax card number may have a validity period that does not cover the current date, meaning it is either expired or not yet active. Missing Tax Card Data: The employee may not have a tax card number assigned in the system, or the tax card data may not have been maintained correctly.
Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of tax
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