How To Fix HRPAYUS_BSI020 - Basic Local Reciprocity must not be used for the selected period.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYUS_BSI - Payroll US BSI Interface

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Basic Local Reciprocity must not be used for the selected period.

What causes this issue?

You have set the <LS>Courtesy Withholding </>option as <LS>Allowed with
Basic Local Reciprocity</>.

System Response

<LS>Advanced Local Reciprocity </>option must be used instead of
<LS>Basic Local Reciprocity </>as of January 01, 2019, as suggested by
BSI since TaxFactory version 10.0.e.1. For more information, consult
<ZH>SAP Notes 2685179 </>and <ZH>2667916</>.

How to fix this error?

Select another valid option.

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 HRPAYUS_BSI020 - Basic Local Reciprocity must not be used for the selected period. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYUS_BSI020 indicates that the "Basic Local Reciprocity" feature is not applicable for the selected payroll period. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in the United States, particularly when using the BSI (Business Software, Inc.) tax calculation software integrated with SAP.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll configuration may not be set up correctly to allow for Basic Local Reciprocity for the specified period.
  Period Restrictions: The selected payroll period may fall outside the range where Basic Local Reciprocity is applicable.
  Employee Tax Data: The employee's tax data may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the eligibility for Basic Local Reciprocity.
  Changes in Tax Laws: Changes in local tax laws or regulations may affect the applicability of Basic Local Reciprocity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the payroll configuration settings in SAP to ensure that Basic Local Reciprocity is enabled for the relevant period.
  Verify that the settings align with the local tax regulations.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Period:
  
  Ensure that the payroll period you are processing is valid for Basic Local Reciprocity. If it is not, you may need to adjust the period or the payroll run.
  
  
  
  Employee Tax Data:
  
  Check the employee's tax information in the system. Ensure that the employee is eligible for Basic Local Reciprocity and that all relevant fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or BSI documentation for any specific guidelines regarding the use of Basic Local Reciprocity.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance. They may have additional insights or updates regarding the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Basic Local Reciprocity: This is a tax provision that allows employees to receive credit for taxes paid to one locality against taxes owed to another locality. It is important for employees who work in one jurisdiction but live in another.
  BSI Tax Factory: This is the tax calculation software that integrates with SAP for payroll processing in the U.S. Ensure that you are using the latest version and that it is properly configured.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates on related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.