How To Fix 5C139 - & is missing in processing type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 139

• Message text: & is missing in processing type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C139 - & is missing in processing type & ?

  The SAP error message 5C139 typically indicates that there is a missing or incorrect configuration in the processing type for a specific transaction or operation. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the processing of financial transactions, logistics, or other business processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The processing type that is being referenced in the transaction is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The processing type may be incorrectly set up or not assigned to the relevant transaction or document type.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the processing type.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO) and verify that the processing type is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the processing type is assigned to the correct document types or transaction types.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings:
  
  Check the specific transaction or document type that is causing the error and ensure that it is linked to the correct processing type.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the processing type. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing information that could lead to the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the processing type in question.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may need to use specific transaction codes (like SPRO for configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error 5C139, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address the issue.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SAP error message 5C139.