How To Fix /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS200 - Tax deduction type &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS -

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Tax deduction type &1 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS200 - Tax deduction type &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS200 Tax deduction type &1 is not defined typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific tax deduction type that is referenced in a payroll or tax-related process. This can occur in various contexts, such as payroll processing, tax reporting, or when configuring tax-related settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The tax deduction type specified by &1 is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant configuration tables.
  Incorrect Tax Type: The tax deduction type may have been incorrectly entered or may not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have included the necessary definitions for the tax deduction type.
  Version Issues: The tax deduction type may be valid in one version of the system but not in another, especially if there have been updates or changes to tax regulations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under the Payroll or Tax settings) and verify if the tax deduction type is defined.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the appropriate section for tax deduction types.
  
  
  
  Define the Tax Deduction Type:
  
  If the tax deduction type is missing, you may need to create it. This typically involves defining the tax type, its characteristics, and how it should be processed in payroll.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Input Data:
  
  Check the input data or payroll results to ensure that the tax deduction type is being referenced correctly. Look for any typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to define tax deduction types and ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.