Warning: "This tax parameter is used in quarter-end reporting. Please update this value by the end of the current quarter. 8676653261 : State AK Geographic Code"

Warning: "This tax parameter is used in quarter-end reporting. Please update this value by the end of the current quarter. 8676653261 : State AK Geographic Code"

⚠️ Warning  

“This tax parameter is used in quarter-end reporting. Please update this value by the end of the current quarter. 8676653261 : State AK Geographic Code.”

📘 What It Means  

The state of Alaska requires a Geographic Code to determine proper tax jurisdiction for unemployment and other reporting. This value is required for your quarterly returns to be processed correctly.

🛠️ How to Resolve  

  • Review the attached Alaska Geographic Code Guide.

  • Use the map and code table on page 6 to determine the appropriate code based on the employee’s work location.

  • Note: If the employee doesn’t fit any of the listed codes, see guidance on page 2 of the guide.

 

  • Log in to Green Leaf Elevated.

  • Navigate to: Hamburger Menu > Team > Payroll > Process Payroll.

  • Click the Payroll Prep Process icon for the payroll containing the warning.

  • Scroll to the Payroll Warnings section and click into it.

  • Find the warning for 'AK Geographic Code' and click into it.

  • You will be directed to the employee’s tax settings screen.

  • Enter the appropriate code in the Geographic Code field (highlighted).

  • Click Save.