How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV704 - Tax ID number already exists in "Tax Data" infotype from &1 to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEBAV - HR-BAV (CPS) Error Messages (Germany)

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Tax ID number already exists in "Tax Data" infotype from &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV704 - Tax ID number already exists in "Tax Data" infotype from &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV704 indicates that there is a duplicate Tax ID number in the "Tax Data" infotype (typically Infotype 0012) for an employee. This error occurs when you attempt to enter or update tax data for an employee, but the Tax ID number you are trying to use already exists in the system for that employee or possibly for another employee.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The Tax ID number you are trying to enter already exists in the Tax Data infotype for the same employee or another employee.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in data entry, leading to the same Tax ID being entered multiple times.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that duplicates were created during the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Go to the employee's Tax Data infotype (Infotype 0012) and check if the Tax ID number already exists. If it does, you may need to update or delete the existing entry instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data: 
  
  If you find that the Tax ID is indeed duplicated, determine which entry is correct and make the necessary adjustments (update or delete the incorrect entry).
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Payroll: 
  
  If you are unsure about which Tax ID to keep or if there are complications, consult with your HR or Payroll department for guidance.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup: 
  
  If this issue arises frequently, consider performing a data cleanup to identify and resolve any duplicate entries in the Tax Data infotype.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Processes: 
  
  If the issue is related to data migration, review the migration process to ensure that it includes checks for duplicates before importing data into SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0012 (Tax Data): This infotype is used to store tax-related information for employees, including Tax ID numbers.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit infotype records.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit employee tax data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDEBAV704 error and ensure that the Tax Data infotype is correctly maintained.