How To Fix HRPAYDEE2031 - Old ER tax number on &3 required for mass deregistration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEE2 - Message Class ELStAM Procedure

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Old ER tax number on &3 required for mass deregistration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEE2031 - Old ER tax number on &3 required for mass deregistration ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEE2031 indicates that there is an issue with the old employee tax number required for mass deregistration in the payroll process. This error typically arises when the system expects a valid old tax number for an employee who is being deregistered, but it is either missing or incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Old Tax Number: The employee's old tax number has not been entered in the system.
  Incorrect Tax Number: The tax number provided does not match the expected format or is not valid.
  Data Migration Issues: If the data was migrated from another system, the old tax numbers may not have been transferred correctly.
  Employee Status: The employee may not be in a status that allows for deregistration, or there may be other prerequisites that have not been met.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Verify that the employee's master data includes a valid old tax number. You can do this by navigating to the employee's record in the SAP system and checking the relevant infotype (usually IT 0012 for tax data).
  
  
  Update Tax Number: If the old tax number is missing or incorrect, update it with the correct information. Ensure that the format complies with the requirements of the tax authority.
  
  
  Review Mass Deregistration Process: Ensure that the mass deregistration process is being executed correctly. Check if all prerequisites for deregistration are met.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions on handling tax numbers and deregistration processes.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes related to tax data (e.g., IT 0012 for tax data, IT 0001 for organizational assignment).
  Country-Specific Regulations: Be aware of the tax regulations specific to the country in which the employee is registered, as these can affect how tax numbers are handled.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or updates that address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDEE2031 error and successfully complete the mass deregistration process.