How To Fix RETJP013 - Enter the applied office number in T5JL1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RETJP - Error Messages for Retirement and Rehirement

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Enter the applied office number in T5JL1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RETJP013 - Enter the applied office number in T5JL1 ?

  The SAP error message RETJP013, which states "Enter the applied office number in T5JL1," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or tax-related configurations in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires an "applied office number" to be entered in the relevant configuration table (T5JL1) for the payroll process to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The applied office number is not defined in the T5JL1 table, which is used for tax office assignments in payroll processing.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered incorrect or incomplete data in the payroll or tax-related infotypes.
  System Settings: The system may not be properly configured to handle the specific payroll or tax requirements for the employee or organization.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check T5JL1 Table:
  
  Go to transaction code SE16 or SE16N in SAP.
  Enter the table name T5JL1 and check if the applied office number is defined for the relevant country and tax type.
  If it is missing, you will need to add the appropriate entries.
  
  
  
  Maintain the Applied Office Number:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path in the SAP system (usually under SPRO > Payroll > Payroll for [Country] > Taxes > Define Tax Offices).
  Ensure that the applied office number is correctly maintained for the relevant tax types.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (infotypes 0001, 0002, 0014, etc.) to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, including tax-related information.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to payroll and tax configurations for your specific country to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations and data entries, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE16, SE16N (for table view), SPRO (for configuration).
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes related to payroll and tax, such as 0001 (Organizational Assignment), 0002 (Personal Data), and 0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions).
  Country-Specific Regulations: Be aware of the specific payroll and tax regulations that apply to your country, as these can affect how the applied office number is used.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RETJP013 error and ensure that the payroll process can continue without issues.