How To Fix U0072 - Tax authority missing for wage type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U0 - Correction checks, on demand checks

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Tax authority missing for wage type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U0072 - Tax authority missing for wage type & ?

  The SAP error message U0072, which states "Tax authority missing for wage type &," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when the system cannot find the necessary tax authority information for a specific wage type. This can prevent payroll calculations from being completed successfully.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The tax authority for the specified wage type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Wage Type: The wage type being processed may not be correctly configured to link to a tax authority.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the employee master data or payroll configuration that lead to the absence of the required tax authority.
  Country-Specific Settings: The issue may arise due to country-specific payroll settings that have not been properly maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code PE01 (Wage Type Maintenance) and check the configuration for the wage type in question.
  Ensure that the wage type is correctly assigned to the relevant tax authority.
  
  
  
  Maintain Tax Authority:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 (Maintain Tax Authorities) to ensure that the tax authority is defined for the relevant country and that it is linked to the wage type.
  Verify that the tax authority is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee master data (transaction code PA30) to ensure that the tax information is correctly maintained for the employee.
  Ensure that the employee is assigned to the correct tax authority.
  
  
  
  Country-Specific Configuration:
  
  If applicable, review the country-specific payroll configuration to ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  Consult the documentation for your specific country’s payroll requirements to ensure compliance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error has been resolved and that the payroll calculation can proceed without issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to payroll and tax authority issues for any specific patches or updates that may address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for payroll configuration specific to your country to ensure all necessary settings are in place.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the U0072 error and ensure that payroll processing can continue smoothly.