How To Fix HRPAYDESV533 - Factor &1 in the tax calculation is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESV - Error Messages Germany Payroll, Social Insurance

• Message number: 533

• Message text: Factor &1 in the tax calculation is not permitted

What causes this issue?

For part-time employees taxed at a flat-rate (person group 109) and an
employment tax on other payments that is higher than zero, the factor of
the tax calculation must only be 0.

System Response

The notification is created with the status <ZK>With Errors</>.

How to fix this error?

Correct the factor in the infotype "Basic Pay" (0008) and run payroll
for the employee again before you create the notification.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESV533 - Factor &1 in the tax calculation is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV533, which states "Factor &1 in the tax calculation is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the tax calculation factors being used in the payroll run.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Tax Factor: The error usually arises when an invalid or unsupported tax factor is being referenced in the payroll calculation. This could be due to incorrect configuration in the tax calculation schema or rules.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of tax types, tax codes, or the payroll schema that are not aligned with the legal requirements or the company's payroll setup.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in employee master data or payroll-related infotypes can lead to this error.
  Changes in Tax Legislation: If there have been recent changes in tax legislation that have not been updated in the SAP system, it could lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the payroll schema and tax calculation rules in the SAP system. Ensure that all tax factors are correctly defined and that the schema is configured to handle the specific tax calculations required.
  Validate Employee Data: Check the employee master data and payroll infotypes for any inconsistencies or incorrect entries that might be causing the issue.
  Update Tax Codes: Ensure that all relevant tax codes and factors are up to date and compliant with current tax regulations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll and tax calculations for any specific guidance on the error.
  Testing: After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error is resolved and that the payroll calculations are correct.
  Seek Expert Help: If the issue persists, consider consulting with an SAP HCM expert or your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide updates on tax calculation changes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on payroll processing and tax calculations in SAP HCM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the HRPAYDESV533 error and implement a solution to resolve it.