How To Fix 5E703 - Update the name of the logical form in infotype 0016

5E703 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 703

• Message text: Update the name of the logical form in infotype 0016

What causes this issue?

In infotype <LS>Contract element</> (0016), the name of the logical form
is missing

System Response

The missing logical form name does not affect the contract conversion,
or the system check that states that a contract does not require
conversion. Also, you can see the contract in the preview of the report
output log.

How to fix this error?

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

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 5E703 - Update the name of the logical form in infotype 0016 ?

  The SAP error message 5E703, which states "Update the name of the logical form in infotype 0016," typically occurs in the context of employee data management, specifically when dealing with infotype 0016 (Contract Elements) in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the logical form associated with the infotype, which is used for generating documents like contracts or offer letters.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Logical Form: The logical form that is supposed to be linked to the infotype 0016 is either missing or not correctly defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the logical form may not be set up correctly, leading to the error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the logical form.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered in the infotype, which could lead to the logical form not being recognized.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
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