How To Fix 5A091 - Caution: You have not saved your entries yet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Caution: You have not saved your entries yet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A091 - Caution: You have not saved your entries yet ?

  The SAP error message 5A091 with the caution "You have not saved your entries yet" typically occurs when a user attempts to navigate away from a screen or perform an action that requires saved data, but they have not yet saved their current entries. This message serves as a warning to prevent accidental loss of data.
  Cause:
  
  Unsaved Changes: The most common cause is that the user has made changes to a transaction or data entry but has not saved those changes.
  Navigation Attempt: The user may be trying to navigate to another screen, execute a function, or log out without saving their current work.
  Session Timeout: In some cases, if a session times out, the system may prompt this message if there are unsaved changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Save Your Entries: The immediate solution is to save your entries. You can do this by clicking the "Save" button (usually represented by a disk icon) or by using the keyboard shortcut (often Ctrl + S).
  Review Changes: Before saving, review the changes you have made to ensure they are correct.
  Cancel Navigation: If you do not want to save the changes, you can choose to cancel the navigation or action that triggered the warning.
  Check for Required Fields: Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly before saving, as this may prevent successful saving.
  Session Management: If you suspect a session timeout, consider saving your work frequently to avoid losing data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Training: Users should be trained on the importance of saving their work regularly and understanding the implications of unsaved changes.
  System Configuration: Administrators can configure session timeouts and warning messages to help users manage their data entry more effectively.
  Error Handling: Familiarize yourself with common SAP error messages and their resolutions to improve efficiency in using the system.
  
  If the problem persists even after saving, it may be worth checking with your SAP support team or consulting the SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.