How To Fix HRITFAU028 - Tax amount not valid with tax scale &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRITFAU - Message class for New Infotype Framework (Australia)

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Tax amount not valid with tax scale &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRITFAU028 - Tax amount not valid with tax scale &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRITFAU028, which states "Tax amount not valid with tax scale &1," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) when there is an issue with the tax calculation for an employee. This error indicates that the tax amount calculated does not align with the tax scale defined in the system for the specified tax category.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Tax Scale Configuration: The tax scale defined in the system may not match the tax amount being calculated for the employee. This could be due to incorrect configuration in the tax tables or tax scales.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect data entered in the employee's master data, such as incorrect tax class, exemptions, or deductions.
  Changes in Tax Regulations: If there have been recent changes in tax laws or regulations, the tax scales may need to be updated in the system.
  Payroll Processing Errors: Issues during payroll processing, such as incorrect payroll results or missing data, can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Tax Scale Configuration: Review the tax scale configuration in the SAP system. Ensure that the tax scale defined for the employee matches the tax amount being calculated. This can be done in the transaction code SM30 or SM31 to access the relevant tables.
  Review Employee Master Data: Check the employee's master data for any discrepancies. Ensure that the tax class, exemptions, and deductions are correctly entered.
  Update Tax Tables: If there have been changes in tax regulations, ensure that the tax tables in SAP are updated accordingly. This may involve working with your finance or payroll department to ensure compliance.
  Reprocess Payroll: If the error occurred during payroll processing, consider reprocessing the payroll for the affected period after correcting any identified issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and SM30/SM31 (Table Maintenance).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and tax calculations for your specific country version (e.g., SAP HR for Australia).
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.