How To Fix 5N054 - Employee does NOT belong to target group; this selection is invalid


5N054 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

  • Message number: 054

  • Message text: Employee does NOT belong to target group; this selection is invalid

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  • What causes this issue?

    The employee has chosen NOT to belong to the target group. This
    selection is invalid, because he or she and his or her parents do not
    belong to the target group countries.

    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?

    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 5N054 - Employee does NOT belong to target group; this selection is invalid ?
    The SAP error message 5N054 ("Employee does NOT belong to target group; this selection is invalid") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when an employee is being assigned to a target group that they do not belong to. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when processing payroll, managing employee benefits, or during reporting.
    Causes:
    
    Incorrect Target Group Assignment: The employee may not be assigned to the target group that is being referenced in the transaction.
    
    Configuration Issues: The target group may not be properly configured in the system, or the employee's data may not meet the criteria for inclusion in that group. Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as selecting the wrong employee or target group. Employee Status: The employee's status (e.g., inactive, terminated) may prevent them from being included in the target group. Solutions: Check Employee Assignment: Verify that the employee is correctly

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