How To Fix HRPAYBE_TAX052 - External payments have been already evaluated and declared

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYBE_TAX - Tax

• Message number: 052

• Message text: External payments have been already evaluated and declared

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYBE_TAX052 - External payments have been already evaluated and declared ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYBE_TAX052 indicates that external payments have already been evaluated and declared in the payroll process. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in Belgium, where certain payments or declarations must be made to comply with tax regulations.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Processing: The error usually arises when there is an attempt to re-evaluate or re-declare payments that have already been processed. This can happen if:
  
  The payroll run has been executed multiple times for the same period.
  There are changes made to the payroll data after the evaluation has already been completed.
  An attempt is made to process a payroll run that has already been declared to the tax authorities.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of payroll processing or the settings related to external payments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Runs: Verify if the payroll run for the relevant period has already been executed and declared. If it has, you cannot reprocess it without making adjustments.
  
  
  Review Changes: If changes were made to the payroll data after the initial evaluation, you may need to reverse the previous payroll run or make necessary adjustments before re-evaluating.
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction Codes: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction codes for payroll processing and declarations. For example, use the appropriate transaction for declaring payroll results.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing in Belgium for specific guidelines on handling external payments and declarations.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your configuration and setup.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates on known issues.
  Payroll Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to payroll processing, especially those pertaining to external payments and tax declarations.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to understand the root cause without affecting live data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.