How To Fix HRPBSHU314 - There is no contract entered for the tax (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSHU - HR Public sector (H) developments

• Message number: 314

• Message text: There is no contract entered for the tax (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSHU314 - There is no contract entered for the tax (&1) ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSHU314, which states "There is no contract entered for the tax (&1)," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or tax calculations within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid contract for the specified tax type, which is necessary for processing payroll or tax-related functions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Contract: The primary cause of this error is that there is no tax contract defined for the specific tax type indicated by the placeholder (&1). This could be due to configuration issues or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Tax Type: The tax type being referenced may not be correctly set up in the system or may not correspond to the employee's tax classification.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the employee's master data or payroll data that lead to the system not being able to find the appropriate tax contract.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction) and ensure that the tax contracts are correctly defined for the tax type in question.
  Verify that the tax type is correctly configured in the system and that it corresponds to the employee's tax classification.
  
  
  
  Maintain Tax Contracts:
  
  If the tax contract is missing, you may need to create or maintain the tax contract for the specific tax type. This can typically be done in the payroll or tax configuration settings.
  Ensure that the tax contract is valid for the relevant period and that it is correctly linked to the employee's payroll area.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (infotypes) to ensure that the tax information is correctly entered. This includes checking infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments and Deductions) and infotype 0008 (Basic Pay).
  Make sure that the employee's tax classification and other relevant fields are correctly filled out.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the tax configuration and contracts relevant to your country or region.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the tax calculations are processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on tax configuration.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPBSHU314 error and ensure that the payroll processing can continue without issues.