How To Fix HRPADCOTX255 - 1.) Withholding at Source without Voluntary Contributions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADCOTX - Messages for Payroll Colombia

• Message number: 255

• Message text: 1.) Withholding at Source without Voluntary Contributions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADCOTX255 - 1.) Withholding at Source without Voluntary Contributions ?

  The SAP error message HRPADCOTX255 typically relates to issues in the payroll processing, specifically concerning withholding tax calculations and contributions. The message "Withholding at Source without Voluntary Contributions" indicates that there is a discrepancy or misconfiguration in the payroll setup regarding withholding tax and voluntary contributions.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The payroll schema or the tax calculation configuration may not be set up correctly to handle cases where there are no voluntary contributions.
  Employee Master Data: The employee's master data may not have the necessary information filled out, such as tax class, exemptions, or contribution details.
  Payroll Processing: The payroll run may be encountering an issue due to missing or incorrect data related to withholding tax or contributions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the payroll schema and ensure that the tax calculation rules are correctly defined for cases without voluntary contributions.
  Ensure that the relevant infotypes (like IT0015 for additional payments or deductions) are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data in the system (especially IT0001, IT0015, and IT006) to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify that the employee is assigned to the correct tax class and that any exemptions or deductions are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Parameters:
  
  If applicable, adjust the payroll parameters to ensure that the system can handle cases without voluntary contributions.
  You may need to consult with your SAP HR consultant or payroll specialist to make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  Before running the actual payroll, perform a simulation to identify any potential issues. This can help pinpoint where the error is occurring.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing and withholding tax to ensure compliance with local regulations and correct configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making changes, always test the payroll run in a development or quality environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a qualified SAP consultant who specializes in HR and payroll configurations.