How To Fix 5A330 - Enter a valid object type (L, D, or E)

5A330 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 330

• Message text: Enter a valid object type (L, D, or E)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A330 - Enter a valid object type (L, D, or E) ?

  The SAP error message 5A330 ("Enter a valid object type (L, D, or E)") typically occurs when a user is trying to perform an action that requires specifying an object type, but the input provided is either invalid or missing. The valid object types in this context are:
  
  L: Logical object
  D: Data object
  E: Executable object
  
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user may have entered an incorrect character or left the field blank when specifying the object type.
  Field Configuration: The field where the object type is entered may not be configured correctly, leading to the error.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the specified object type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that you are entering one of the valid object types (L, D, or E) in the relevant field. Double-check for any typos or extra spaces.
  Field Settings: If you are a developer or have access to configuration settings, verify that the