How To Fix HRPAYCH_ELM40031 - Canton &1 in Addresses (0006) infotype is missing or is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCH_ELM40 - Messages for Withholding Tax

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Canton &1 in Addresses (0006) infotype is missing or is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCH_ELM40031 - Canton &1 in Addresses (0006) infotype is missing or is invalid ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCH_ELM40031 indicates that there is an issue with the Addresses (Infotype 0006) for a specific employee, particularly related to the Canton field. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or when trying to maintain employee master data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The Canton field in Infotype 0006 is either not filled in or is missing entirely for the employee in question.
  Invalid Data: The data entered in the Canton field may not be valid, possibly due to incorrect formatting or a value that does not exist in the system's predefined list of valid cantons.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper validation of the Canton field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype 0006: 
  
  Go to the employee's master data and check Infotype 0006 (Addresses).
  Ensure that the Canton field is filled in correctly. If it is empty, enter the appropriate value.
  If the value is present, verify that