How To Fix 5C116 - Only H, Q, or blank allowed as form

5C116 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Only H, Q, or blank allowed as form

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C116 - Only H, Q, or blank allowed as form ?

  The SAP error message 5C116 with the description "Only H, Q, or blank allowed as form" typically occurs in the context of document processing, particularly when dealing with forms in SAP. This error indicates that the system expects a specific value for the form type, and the value provided does not meet the criteria.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when an invalid form type is entered in a transaction or configuration where only specific values are allowed. The allowed values are:
  
  H: This usually stands for a specific type of form (e.g., header).
  Q: This may refer to a different type of form (e.g., quality).
  Blank: This indicates that no specific form type is being used.
  
  If a different value is entered (e.g., any letter or number other than H, Q, or blank), the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Input: Ensure that the form type you are entering is either