How To Fix HRPAYDEST249 - Change of tax card without change of statement period in &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEST - Message Class: Taxes Germany

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Change of tax card without change of statement period in &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEST249 - Change of tax card without change of statement period in &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEST249, which states "Change of tax card without change of statement period in &1," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) when there is an attempt to change an employee's tax card information without a corresponding change in the statement period.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Tax Card Changes: An attempt is made to change the tax card details (like tax class, exemptions, etc.) for an employee without changing the relevant payroll period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the payroll schema or tax calculation that do not allow changes to tax information without a period change.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry in the employee's tax information or payroll records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Statement Period: Ensure that the statement period is correctly set for the payroll run. If you need to change the tax card, you may need to adjust the statement period accordingly.
  
  
  Review Tax Card Changes: Verify the changes being made to the tax card. Ensure that they are valid and necessary for the current payroll period.
  
  
  Consult Payroll Configuration: Review the payroll configuration settings to ensure that they allow for changes to the tax card. You may need to consult with your SAP HR configuration team or refer to the documentation for your specific payroll setup.
  
  
  Run Payroll in Correct Order: Ensure that payroll is being processed in the correct sequence. Sometimes, running payroll in the wrong order can lead to such errors.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are using transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), ensure that you are following the correct procedures for making changes.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Ensure that there are no locks on the employee's payroll data that might prevent changes from being made.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP HR Module: This error is specific to the SAP HR module, particularly in the payroll processing area.
  Tax Card: The tax card is a document that contains information about an employee's tax status, which is used for calculating payroll taxes.
  Payroll Period: The payroll period is the timeframe for which payroll is processed, and it is crucial for ensuring that all payroll-related changes are applied correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR to further investigate the problem.