How To Fix HRPAYUAREP020 - SI Code does not exist in IT0291 Tax Data TAXNUM=& for PERNR=&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYUAREP -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: SI Code does not exist in IT0291 Tax Data TAXNUM=& for PERNR=&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYUAREP020 - SI Code does not exist in IT0291 Tax Data TAXNUM=& for PERNR=& ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYUAREP020 indicates that there is an issue with the tax data for a specific employee (PERNR) in the system. The error specifically states that the SI Code (Social Insurance Code) does not exist in the IT0291 (Tax Data) infotype for the given employee. This can occur for various reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing SI Code: The SI Code may not be maintained in the system for the employee in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for tax data or social insurance codes may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors or incorrect entries in the employee's tax data.
  Infotype Not Maintained: The infotype IT0291 may not have been created or maintained for the employee.
  Country-Specific Settings: The error may be related to country-specific settings that are not properly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Infotype IT0291:
  
  Go to the employee's master data and check if infotype IT0291 (Tax Data) is maintained.
  Ensure that the SI Code is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Maintain SI Code:
  
  If the SI Code is missing, you may need to add it. This can typically be done through transaction PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Ensure that the correct SI Code is used based on the employee's tax jurisdiction.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for tax data and social insurance codes in the SAP system. This may require access to transaction SPRO (Customizing).
  Ensure that the relevant tax types and codes are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult with Payroll Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct SI Code or how to maintain it, consult with your payroll or HR team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction PU03 to run consistency checks on the payroll data to identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as sometimes issues can arise from outdated configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SPRO: Customizing
  PU03: Payroll Data Consistency Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on infotypes and tax data management.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRPAYUAREP020 error message.