How To Fix HRIESP029 - RPN Number (&1) should differ across Tax Years (Results &2 and &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRIESP - SMART PAYE

• Message number: 029

• Message text: RPN Number (&1) should differ across Tax Years (Results &2 and &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRIESP029 - RPN Number (&1) should differ across Tax Years (Results &2 and &3) ?

  The SAP error message HRIESP029 indicates that there is an issue with the RPN (Retirement Pension Number) for an employee, specifically that the RPN number should differ across tax years. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) when dealing with employee tax data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system detects that the same RPN number is being used for different tax years, which is not allowed. Each tax year should have a unique RPN number for an employee to ensure accurate tax reporting and compliance with local regulations. The error message provides the following details:
  
  &1: The RPN number in question.
  &2: The results for the first tax year.
  &3: The results for the second tax year.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify RPN Numbers: Check the RPN numbers assigned to the employee for the relevant tax years. Ensure that they are unique and correctly assigned.
  
  
  Update RPN Information: If the RPN number is incorrect for any of the tax years, you will need to update the employee's tax data in the system. This can typically be done through the following transactions:
  
  PA30: Use this transaction to access the employee's master data and update the RPN number.
  PA40: If you need to perform a personnel action that involves changing the RPN, you can use this transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Payroll Administrator: If you are unsure about the correct RPN numbers or how to update them, consult your payroll administrator or HR department for guidance.
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency: After making changes, ensure that the payroll data is consistent and that there are no other errors related to tax data.
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation: After making the necessary corrections, run a payroll simulation to ensure that the error has been resolved and that the payroll can be processed without issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP HR documentation for detailed information on handling RPN numbers and tax data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Legal Compliance: Ensure that your organization complies with local tax regulations regarding RPN numbers and employee tax reporting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRIESP029 error and ensure that the RPN numbers are correctly assigned for each tax year.