How To Fix 5C695 - Operation &3 not allowed with country grouping &1 and subapplication &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 695

• Message text: Operation &3 not allowed with country grouping &1 and subapplication &2

What causes this issue?

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?

The following operation codes are not allowed for country grouping &V1&
because of the naming convention of the international pension fund
(subapplication &V2&):
Operations B*
Operations F* except for FL
Operations V7 and VC
These operation codes are reserved for the national pension funds of
Switzerland and the Netherlands and cannot be used internationally.
&SOLUTION&
Choose a different operation code.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C695 - Operation &3 not allowed with country grouping &1 and subapplication &2 ?

  The SAP error message 5C695 indicates that a specific operation is not allowed due to the configuration of the country grouping and subapplication in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the areas of payroll or accounting, where certain operations may be restricted based on legal or regulatory requirements.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The operation you are trying to perform (denoted by &3) is not permitted for the specified country grouping (&1) and subapplication (&2).
  This could be due to legal restrictions, configuration settings in the SAP system, or the specific business rules defined for that country and application.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the country grouping and subapplication in the SAP system. This can typically be done in the SPRO transaction (SAP Reference IMG).
  Ensure that the operation you are trying to perform is allowed for the specified country grouping and subapplication.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific country grouping and subapplication to understand the restrictions and allowed operations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Business Rules:
  
  If the operation is indeed necessary, you may need to adjust the business rules or configurations to allow the operation. This may involve discussions with your SAP functional team or legal advisors to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user performing the operation has the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction. Sometimes, authorization issues can also lead to similar error messages.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes or if you believe the error is incorrect, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Country Grouping: This refers to the classification of countries in SAP based on specific legal and regulatory requirements. Each country grouping may have different rules for payroll, taxation, and other financial operations.
  Subapplication: This typically refers to a specific area within a broader application (e.g., payroll, accounting) that may have its own set of rules and restrictions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., SPRO for configuration, PA30 for employee data) that may help you navigate the system to check settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to allow the desired operation.