How To Fix HRPADRUREPORTS216 - Employee does not have a tax payer ID (INN) in the current period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRUREPORTS - HR-RU: message class for HR RU reports

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Employee does not have a tax payer ID (INN) in the current period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRUREPORTS216 - Employee does not have a tax payer ID (INN) in the current period ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRUREPORTS216 indicates that an employee does not have a Taxpayer Identification Number (INN) recorded for the current period. This is particularly relevant in the context of payroll processing and tax reporting in countries where such identification is mandatory.
  Cause:
  
  Missing INN: The employee's record does not have a valid INN entered in the system.
  Incorrect Validity Period: The INN may be present but not valid for the current payroll period due to changes in the employee's status or tax regulations.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been a mistake during data entry, leading to an incorrect or missing INN.
  Employee Status Changes: If the employee has recently changed their employment status (e.g., new hire, rehire, or termination), the INN may not have been updated accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data in SAP (typically through transaction PA30).
  Verify if the INN is correctly entered in the relevant infotype (usually IT 0002 or IT 0006).
  
  
  
  Update INN:
  
  If the INN is missing, enter the correct INN for the employee.
  Ensure that the INN is valid and corresponds to the employee's current tax status.
  
  
  
  Review Validity Dates:
  
  Check the validity dates of the INN to ensure it is applicable for the current payroll period.
  If the INN has expired or is not valid for the current period, update it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Payroll Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct INN or how to update it, consult with your HR or payroll department for assistance.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  After making the necessary updates, run a payroll simulation to ensure that the error is resolved and that the employee's payroll can be processed without issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on managing employee master data and tax information.
  Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that your organization complies with local tax regulations regarding taxpayer identification numbers.
  Training: Consider training for HR personnel on the importance of maintaining accurate employee tax information to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By addressing the missing or incorrect INN, you should be able to resolve the HRPADRUREPORTS216 error and proceed with payroll processing.