How To Fix 5C197 - Grouping 00 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Grouping 00 is not valid

What causes this issue?

Grouping '00' is used for company-internal aspects of the social
insurance.
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System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C197 - Grouping 00 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message 5C197 indicates that the grouping specified (in this case, "00") is not valid for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document types, account groups, or other configurations that require specific groupings.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Grouping: The grouping "00" may not be defined in the system or may not be applicable for the transaction you are attempting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the SAP system where the grouping is not set up correctly in the relevant customizing settings.
  Data Entry Error: The grouping code may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Grouping Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and verify if the grouping "00" is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the grouping is assigned to the appropriate document types or account groups as needed.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Context:
  
  Check the context in which you are receiving the error. Ensure that the grouping you are trying to use is valid for the specific transaction or process you are executing.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the grouping was entered manually, double-check for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are using the correct grouping code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand the valid groupings and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP directly for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check configurations (e.g., OBY6 for document types, OBC4 for account groups).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.