How To Fix 5F001 - Choose value '0016' in the infotype field

5F001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5F - HR F: Error Messages (France)

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Choose value '0016' in the infotype field

What causes this issue?

On entering here a code corresponding to the type of entry in infotype
0016, you also need to select infotype Contract elements (0016) as the
seniority calculation base for your employee in the 'Infotype' field.

System Response

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?

Choose value '0016' in the 'Infotype' field.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F001 - Choose value '0016' in the infotype field ?

  The SAP error message "5F001 Choose value '0016' in the infotype field" typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or human resources modules when a user is trying to enter or modify data in an infotype that requires a specific value or code.
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system expects a specific infotype value (in this case, '0016') to be selected or entered. Infotypes in SAP HR are used to store specific types of employee data, and each infotype has a unique identifier. The error suggests that the user has either not selected the required infotype or has selected an incorrect one.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Infotype Selection: Ensure that you are selecting the correct infotype. In this case, you need to choose '0016', which corresponds to the infotype for "Contract Elements" or "Basic Pay" depending on your configuration.
  
  
  Access the Correct Transaction: Make sure you are in