How To Fix HRGB_BSS005 - No payroll area associated to Tax Reference &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_BSS - Message Class for Benefits Summary Sheet

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No payroll area associated to Tax Reference &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRGB_BSS005 - No payroll area associated to Tax Reference & ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_BSS005: No payroll area associated to Tax Reference & typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is a missing association between a payroll area and a tax reference, which is necessary for the payroll calculation to proceed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payroll area may not be properly configured to link with the relevant tax reference. This can happen if the payroll area was created or modified without ensuring that it is associated with the necessary tax references.
  Incorrect Tax Reference: The tax reference being used may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the employee master data or payroll configuration that lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Area Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for payroll areas in SAP (usually found in the IMG under Payroll > Payroll Area > Define Payroll Areas).
  Ensure that the payroll area in question is correctly associated with the relevant tax references.
  
  
  
  Verify Tax Reference Configuration:
  
  Go to the tax reference configuration settings (found under Payroll > Taxes > Define Tax References).
  Ensure that the tax reference is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate payroll area.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee master data (infotype 0001 and 0002) to ensure that the payroll area and tax reference are correctly assigned.
  Make sure that the employee is assigned to the correct payroll area that has the necessary tax reference.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes for any specific guidelines related to your version of SAP HCM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee records, and SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to access configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to payroll and tax configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.