How To Fix HRPAYDEPBSZV521 - There is, therefore, no contribution quota acc. to section 3, no. 56 EStG

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEPBSZV - PS: Notification Program - Supplementary Pension Institutes

• Message number: 521

• Message text: There is, therefore, no contribution quota acc. to section 3, no. 56 EStG

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEPBSZV521 - There is, therefore, no contribution quota acc. to section 3, no. 56 EStG ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEPBSZV521 indicates that there is no contribution quota according to section 3, number 56 of the German Income Tax Act (EStG). This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR, particularly when dealing with tax exemptions or specific contributions that are not applicable to certain employees or payroll scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Contribution Quota: The error suggests that the system is unable to find a valid contribution quota for the employee in question. This could be due to incorrect or missing configuration in the payroll settings.
  Employee Master Data: The employee's master data may not be set up correctly, particularly in relation to tax exemptions or specific contributions.
  Payroll Schema Configuration: There may be issues in the payroll schema or rules that govern how contributions are calculated and applied.
  Legal Changes: Changes in legislation or tax laws that have not been updated in the SAP system could also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Verify the employee's master data to ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly, especially those related to tax exemptions and contributions.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Check the payroll configuration settings in SAP to ensure that the contribution quotas are defined correctly according to the latest legal requirements.
  Update Payroll Schema: If necessary, update the payroll schema to include the correct rules for calculating contributions based on the latest legal framework.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for any additional guidance or updates that may be required.
  Test Payroll Run: After making any changes, perform a test payroll run to ensure that the error is resolved and that contributions are being calculated correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  EStG Section 3, No. 56: This section of the German Income Tax Act pertains to specific tax exemptions or allowances that may apply to certain types of income or contributions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide updates on how to handle it.
  Consult with Payroll Experts: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP HR payroll experts or legal advisors familiar with German tax law to ensure compliance and correct configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.