How To Fix HRITFAU121 - Tax scale 'W' not permitted before 01/07/2017

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Tax scale 'W' not permitted before 01/07/2017

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRITFAU121 - Tax scale 'W' not permitted before 01/07/2017 ?

  The SAP error message HRITFAU121 indicates that there is an issue with the tax scale 'W' being used in the payroll processing for employees in Australia. This error specifically states that the tax scale 'W' is not permitted before the date of July 1, 2017. 
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Tax Scale Assignment: The employee may have been assigned the tax scale 'W' (which is for "Working Holiday Maker" tax rates) before the effective date of July 1, 2017.
  Configuration Issues: The payroll configuration may not be set up correctly to handle the tax scale 'W' for periods prior to the specified date.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect data entries in the employee's master data or payroll records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Tax Data:
  
  Review the employee's tax information in the system to ensure that the tax scale 'W' is not assigned for any payroll periods before July 1, 2017.
  If it is incorrectly assigned, change the tax scale to a valid one for the relevant periods.
  
  
  
  Update Payroll Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payroll configuration is correctly set up to handle the tax scale 'W' only for periods after July 1, 2017.
  Consult with your SAP HR configuration team to verify that the tax scales and their effective dates are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll for Correct Periods:
  
  If the payroll run is being executed for a period before July 1, 2017, ensure that the correct tax scale is being applied for that period.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Scale 'W': This tax scale is specifically for individuals on a working holiday visa in Australia, and it has specific tax rates that apply only from July 1, 2017, onwards.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP HR documentation for details on tax scale configurations and payroll processing to ensure compliance with Australian tax regulations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or a qualified SAP HR consultant for further assistance.