How To Fix 5E137 - Other nationality code is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Other nationality code is missing

What causes this issue?

You are processing the data of a non-Spanish resident, and the system
therefore requires the corresponding code assigned by the Spanish
Internal Revenue Service.

System Response

Warning message.

How to fix this error?

Enter the alien code.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E137 - Other nationality code is missing ?

  The SAP error message 5E137 ("Other nationality code is missing") typically occurs in the context of employee master data or personnel administration when the system expects a nationality code to be provided, but it is missing or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Nationality Code: The employee record may not have a nationality code assigned, which is required for processing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The nationality codes may not be properly configured in the system, or the specific nationality code required for the employee is not defined.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to the omission of the nationality code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data record in SAP (Transaction code: PA30).
  Verify if the nationality field is filled in. If it is empty, enter the appropriate nationality code.
  
  
  
  Maintain Nationality Codes:
  
  If the nationality code is missing from the configuration, you may need to add it. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for nationality codes (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Define Nationality Codes.
  Ensure that the required nationality codes are defined and active.
  
  
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data entry process includes validation checks to prevent missing nationality codes in the future.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to your version of SAP, as the steps may vary slightly.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Provide training to users responsible for entering employee data to ensure they understand the importance of filling in all required fields, including nationality codes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA40 (Personnel Actions), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5E137 and ensure that the nationality code is properly maintained in the employee records.