How To Fix 5K064 - Invalid run type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5K - HR: Messages for Canada

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Invalid run type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5K064 - Invalid run type ?

  The SAP error message 5K064 - Invalid run type typically occurs in the context of SAP's batch management or scheduling processes. This error indicates that the system has encountered a run type that is not recognized or is invalid for the operation being performed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Run Type: The run type specified in the transaction or program is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The run types may not be properly configured in the system, or there may be missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect run type in the input fields.
  Version Compatibility: The run type may be valid in one version of the software but not in another, leading to compatibility issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Run Type: Verify the run type you are using. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system. You can check the valid run types in the relevant configuration settings or documentation.
  Configuration Review: If you have access, review the configuration settings for run types in the SAP system. This may involve checking transaction codes like SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration areas.
  User Training: If the error is due to user input, consider providing training or documentation to users to ensure they understand the valid run types.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific module you are working with to understand the valid run types and their purposes.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check configurations or run types, such as SPRO, SE11, or SE16.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message 5K064 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or discussion boards for similar issues faced by other users and potential solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.