How To Fix 5C131 - Transaction type & is not planned for manual entry (T5C1E)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Transaction type & is not planned for manual entry (T5C1E)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C131 - Transaction type & is not planned for manual entry (T5C1E) ?

  The SAP error message 5C131 indicates that a specific transaction type is not configured for manual entry in the system. This error typically arises in the context of payroll or personnel administration when trying to enter a transaction that the system does not allow to be manually inputted.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the transaction type you are trying to use is not set up in the configuration to allow manual entries. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  The transaction type is intended to be processed automatically (e.g., through a batch job or integration with another system).
  The configuration settings in the SAP system do not permit manual entries for that specific transaction type.
  There may be a missing or incorrect configuration in the relevant customizing settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for payroll or personnel administration.
  Look for the configuration related to transaction types (T5C1E) and verify if the transaction type in question is set up for manual entry.
  
  
  
  Modify Transaction Type Settings:
  
  If the transaction type is not allowed for manual entry, you may need to change its settings to allow manual entries. This typically involves adjusting the configuration in the IMG.
  You can find the relevant settings under Personnel Administration > Employee Data > Maintain Transaction Types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to transaction types and manual entries to understand the implications of changing these settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction type again to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types: These are used in SAP to categorize different types of personnel actions (e.g., hiring, terminations, changes in pay).
  Customizing Settings: The settings for transaction types can be found in the SAP IMG under the relevant modules (e.g., Payroll, Personnel Administration).
  Error Codes: Familiarize yourself with other related error codes that may arise in similar contexts, as they can provide additional insights into configuration issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message 5C131 and configure the transaction type appropriately for manual entry.