How To Fix HRPADKZ_IT044 - Tax authority code &1 is absent in table T521B

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADKZ_IT - HR Kazakhstan Infotype Messages

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Tax authority code &1 is absent in table T521B

What causes this issue?

Before entering tax authority codes in infotype 1657, information about
the payee of these payments (bank, account number, code of tax authority
and so on) must be entered in the view V_T521B. The code of the tax
authority must be entered in the Reference field of this view.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADKZ_IT044 - Tax authority code &1 is absent in table T521B ?

  The SAP error message "HRPADKZ_IT044 Tax authority code &1 is absent in table T521B" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when handling tax-related data in the Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a tax authority code that is not found in the specified table (T521B), which is used to store tax authority information.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Tax Authority Code: The specific tax authority code referenced in the error message is not present in the T521B table. This could be due to:
  
  The tax authority not being set up in the system.
  Incorrect configuration or data entry.
  Changes in tax regulations that have not been updated in the system.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll or tax configuration may not be correctly set up to include the necessary tax authority codes.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some tax authority codes may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table T521B: 
  
  Use transaction code SE16 or SE16N to view the contents of table T521B.
  Verify if the tax authority code mentioned in the error message exists in the table.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Tax Authority Code:
  
  If the tax authority code is missing, you may need to add it. This can typically be done through the following steps:
  
  Go to the configuration path: SPRO > SAP Reference IMG > Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll USA (or your relevant country) > Tax > Define Tax Authorities.
  Add the missing tax authority code with the appropriate details.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payroll configuration is set up correctly to reference the appropriate tax authority codes.
  Check if any recent changes were made to the payroll configuration that might have affected the tax authority settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to tax authority setup for your specific country to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error is resolved and that the payroll calculations are correct.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on tax authority setup.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user making changes has the appropriate authorizations to modify configuration settings in the system.
  Backup: Always back up existing configurations before making changes to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.