How To Fix 5F014 - The contract is not considered as a special contract (ref T5F42)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 014

• Message text: The contract is not considered as a special contract (ref T5F42)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F014 - The contract is not considered as a special contract (ref T5F42) ?

  The SAP error message 5F014 indicates that the contract in question is not recognized as a special contract, which is a requirement for certain processes in the SAP system, particularly in the context of HR and payroll.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Contract Type Configuration: The contract type being used is not configured as a special contract in the system. This could be due to incorrect settings in the configuration tables.
  Missing Entries: There may be missing entries in the relevant configuration tables (e.g., T5F42) that define which contract types are considered special contracts.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The contract data entered in the system may not match the expected criteria for a special contract.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for contract types in the SAP system.
  Verify that the contract type you are using is marked as a special contract in the relevant configuration table (T5F42).
  
  
  
  Update Configuration Table:
  
  If the contract type is not listed as a special contract, you may need to add it to the T5F42 table.
  This can typically be done by an SAP administrator or someone with the necessary authorization to modify configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Contract Data:
  
  Ensure that the contract data entered in the system is correct and complete.
  Check for any discrepancies or missing information that might prevent the system from recognizing the contract as special.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to contract types and special contracts for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration settings) or SE11 (to view table entries) to make the necessary changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user attempting to make changes has the appropriate roles and permissions to modify contract configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll configurations.