How To Fix U1312 - Magnetic tape selected for generation; cannot reprint employee copy.

U1312 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U1 - Tax reporter interface

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Magnetic tape selected for generation; cannot reprint employee copy.

What causes this issue?

You have selected both the <zh>Reprint</> option for W-2 employee
copies and the <zh>Magnetic tape</> checkbox for form output.

System Response

You cannot reprint employee copies while creating magnetic tape files.

How to fix this error?

If a magnetic tape file has already been created, then deselect
<zh>Magnetic tape</> and select <zh>Reprint</> to reprint W-2 employee
copies.
If a magnetic tape file has not been created yet, then deselect
<zh>Reprint</> and select <zh>Magnetic tape</> to generate the form.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U1312 - Magnetic tape selected for generation; cannot reprint employee copy. ?

  The SAP error message U1312, which states "Magnetic tape selected for generation; cannot reprint employee copy," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when the system is set to generate magnetic tape files for reporting purposes, such as for tax submissions or other regulatory requirements. This error indicates that the system is currently configured to generate a magnetic tape output, which prevents the reprinting of employee copies of payroll documents.
  
  Cause:
  
  Magnetic Tape Generation: The payroll process is set to generate magnetic tape files, which means that the system is in a mode that does not allow for the reprinting of employee copies.
  Configuration Settings: The payroll configuration may be set to prioritize magnetic tape output over employee copy printing.
  Process Status: The payroll run may be in a status that does not allow for modifications or reprints.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Configuration: Review the payroll configuration settings to ensure that the system is not set