How To Fix 51072 - Enter the field 'K37 received on (IT0015 date)'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 51 - HR: Messages for Norway

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Enter the field 'K37 received on (IT0015 date)'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 51072 - Enter the field 'K37 received on (IT0015 date)'. ?

  The SAP error message 51072, which states "Enter the field 'K37 received on (IT0015 date)'," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when there is an issue with the data entry related to an employee's infotype (IT) records, specifically IT0015 (Contract Elements).
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  The field 'K37' (which refers to a specific contractual element) is required but has not been filled in.
  The date associated with the infotype (IT0015) is missing or incorrectly entered.
  There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing the information correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Infotype IT0015: 
  
  Go to the transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Enter the employee's personnel number and select the infotype 0015 (Contract Elements).
  Ensure that the 'K37' field is filled in correctly. If it is not, enter the required information.
  
  
  
  Verify Dates:
  
  Ensure that the date for the infotype is correctly entered and corresponds to the current data being processed.
  Check if the date is within the valid range and does not conflict with other infotype records.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check if the field 'K37' is set as mandatory in the configuration for infotype 0015. If it is, ensure that it is being populated correctly during data entry.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or help files that pertain to infotype 0015 and the specific fields involved.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0015 (Contract Elements): This infotype is used to manage various contractual elements of an employee's record, including details about their employment contract.
  Field K37: This field typically refers to a specific contractual element that needs to be filled out for compliance or reporting purposes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that the necessary data is correctly entered in the SAP system.