How To Fix 5D249 - Specify either the type of overnight stay or the hostel number

5D249 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Specify either the type of overnight stay or the hostel number

What causes this issue?

You have entered a type of overnight stay and a hostel number.
Payroll processes the hostel number as a first priority, and then the
type of overnight stay.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D249 - Specify either the type of overnight stay or the hostel number ?

  The SAP error message 5D249, "Specify either the type of overnight stay or the hostel number," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Travel Management module, particularly when dealing with travel planning and accommodation bookings. This error indicates that the system requires either a specific type of overnight stay (e.g., hotel, hostel) or a hostel number to proceed with the transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Information: The user has not provided the necessary details regarding the type of accommodation or the specific hostel number.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the Travel Management module that do not allow the system to recognize the provided data.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered incorrect or incomplete data in the relevant fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have filled in either the type of overnight stay or the hostel number in the relevant fields. If you are using a specific hostel, make