How To Fix 5A014 - Select an infotype

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Select an infotype

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A014 - Select an infotype ?

  The SAP error message 5A014 ("Select an infotype") typically occurs when a user is trying to access or maintain employee data in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, but has not selected a specific infotype. Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, organizational assignment, payroll data, etc.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The user attempts to perform an action (like creating, changing, or displaying employee data) without selecting an infotype.
  The infotype selection is either missing or not properly configured in the transaction being used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select an Infotype: 
  
  When prompted, ensure that you select a valid infotype from the list. Infotypes are usually numbered (e.g., 0001 for Organizational Assignment, 0002 for Personal Data, etc.).
  You can do this by navigating to the infotype selection screen and choosing the appropriate infotype.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Configuration:
  
  If you are using a custom transaction or a specific program, ensure that it is configured to allow infotype selection.
  Verify that the infotypes you need are included in the configuration for the transaction.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the infotypes. Lack of authorization can sometimes lead to issues in selecting infotypes.
  
  
  
  System Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, check with your SAP administrator to ensure that the system settings and configurations for the HCM module are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on infotypes and their usage.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are categorized into various groups, and each infotype serves a specific purpose. Familiarize yourself with the common infotypes relevant to your tasks.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to infotypes include PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and PA40 (Personnel Actions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.