How To Fix HRPAYDEST855 - Selection of a country only permitted with limited tax liability

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEST - Message Class: Taxes Germany

• Message number: 855

• Message text: Selection of a country only permitted with limited tax liability

What causes this issue?

Selecting the special rule for DTC delimits the tax deductions on
pension payments of beneficiaries with limited tax liability.

System Response

The existing tax liability differs from the permitted tax liability.

How to fix this error?

Change the tax liability of the employee to 'limited'.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEST855 - Selection of a country only permitted with limited tax liability ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEST855 indicates that there is an issue related to the selection of a country in the context of limited tax liability. This error typically arises in the payroll or tax processing modules of SAP, particularly when dealing with employees who have limited tax liability in a specific country.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system detects that a country has been selected for an employee who is not eligible for that selection due to their limited tax liability status. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Incorrect Employee Tax Data: The employee's tax data may not be correctly configured, leading the system to reject the country selection.
  Country-Specific Regulations: Certain countries have specific regulations regarding tax liability, and the system enforces these rules.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the employee's tax status or the country selected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPAYDEST855 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Tax Data:
  
  Review the employee's tax information in the system. Ensure that the tax status and country selection are appropriate for their situation.
  Verify that the employee is indeed eligible for limited tax liability in the selected country.
  
  
  
  Review Country-Specific Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the country in question. Ensure that the settings align with the employee's tax status.
  Consult the relevant tax regulations for the country to ensure compliance.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If necessary, adjust the configuration in the SAP system to allow for the correct selection of countries based on tax liability.
  This may involve working with your SAP HR or payroll consultant to ensure that the system is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to HR and payroll processing for additional guidance on handling limited tax liability scenarios.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that payroll processing can proceed without issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling limited tax liability.
  Legal Compliance: Ensure that your organization is compliant with local tax laws and regulations regarding employee taxation and limited tax liability.
  User Training: Provide training for HR and payroll staff on how to handle tax-related configurations and the implications of limited tax liability.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a qualified SAP consultant for further assistance.