How To Fix 5A009 - Error during input of infotype &

5A009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Error during input of infotype &

What causes this issue?

You have not completed the selection specifications for the infotype
you want to edit. The system does not know the status in which the
editing is to be done.

System Response

The requested action cannot be carried out.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that you select a status for the infotype or that a default
status is set. To do this, choose <LS>Utilities -> choose status</> in
the menu.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

5A009 - Details

• The SAP error message 5A009 typically indicates that there is an issue during the input of an infotype, which is a data structure used in SAP HR (Human Resources) to store employee-related information. The error message usually states: "Error during input of infotype &".
  Causes:
  
  Data Entry Issues: Incorrect or incomplete data may have been entered for the infotype.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify or create entries for the specified infotype.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration of the infotype in the system, such as missing fields or incorrect settings.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical problems, such as database issues or system inconsistencies.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain mandatory fields may not have been filled out, leading to the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Entry: Review the data entered for the infotype to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data is valid.
  Authorization