How To Fix 5D242 - Maintain the other data

5D242 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 242

• Message text: Maintain the other data

What causes this issue?

The employee stays overnight at the place of employment.
You must maintain the overnight stay data to be able to calculate
possible tax-free amounts.

How to fix this error?

Go to the next screen and maintain the required information.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D242 - Maintain the other data ?

  The SAP error message 5D242, "Maintain the other data," typically occurs in the context of maintaining master data, such as vendor or customer records, where certain required fields or data have not been filled out correctly. This error indicates that there are additional mandatory fields that need to be completed before the record can be saved or processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mandatory Fields: Certain fields that are marked as mandatory in the configuration are not filled out. This could include fields related to address, payment terms, or other specific data relevant to the master record.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, the data entered may not meet the validation criteria set in the system, leading to this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may require additional data that is not typically needed, depending on the business processes defined in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Required Fields: Check the specific transaction or screen where the error occurred and identify which fields