How To Fix HRPADFI157 - Base tax card can be used since 1.1.2019

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADFI - Message Class For Finnish PA

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Base tax card can be used since 1.1.2019

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADFI157 - Base tax card can be used since 1.1.2019 ?

  The SAP error message HRPADFI157, which states "Base tax card can be used since 1.1.2019," typically relates to issues with the tax card data in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly in the context of payroll processing in Finland.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when:
  
  The employee's tax card data is not correctly maintained or is missing.
  The tax card is not valid for the current payroll period, possibly due to the effective date of the tax card being set incorrectly.
  The system is trying to use a tax card that is not applicable for the current date or period, especially if the tax card is set to be effective from a date after January 1, 2019.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Card Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data in the SAP system (usually via transaction PA30).
  Verify the tax card information under the relevant infotype (typically Infotype 0203 for tax data).
  Ensure that the effective date of the tax card is set correctly and that it is valid for the current payroll period.
  
  
  
  Update Tax Card:
  
  If the tax card is outdated or incorrect, update it with the correct information.
  Make sure that the new tax card is effective from a date that is appropriate for the current payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Payroll Configuration:
  
  Check the payroll configuration settings to ensure that the system is set up to recognize the tax card correctly.
  Ensure that the tax card types and their validity periods are configured properly in the system.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  After making the necessary updates, run a payroll simulation to check if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to tax card processing in Finland for any specific guidelines or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0203: This infotype is used to maintain tax card data for employees in Finland.
  Payroll Processing: Ensure that the payroll processing is aligned with the latest tax regulations and that all employee data is up to date.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPADFI157 error and ensure that the tax card data is correctly processed in the payroll system.