How To Fix 5N102 - Invalid special indicator &1

5N102 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Invalid special indicator &1

What causes this issue?

The special indicator &V1& entered in infotype <ZK>Fiscal Data
[looheffing] </> (<ZH>0060</>) is invalid.
Consequently, the system cannot create an annual statement for the
person in question.

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?

Check whether the special indicator for this person has been entered
correctly in the above-mentioned infotype. The message is generated,
because table <ZK>Special Tax Indicators (NL)</> (<ZH>T5N2S</>)
indicates that the special indicator &V1& is obsolete.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N102 - Invalid special indicator &1 ?

  The SAP error message 5N102 "Invalid special indicator &1" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with special indicators in document processing. This error indicates that the special indicator you are trying to use is not valid or recognized by the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Special Indicator: The special indicator you are trying to use (represented by &1 in the error message) does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: The special indicator may not be set up in the relevant configuration settings for the financial module you are working with.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the special indicator being entered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Special Indicator: Verify that the special indicator you are using is correct. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the expected format.
  Configuration Review: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the relevant configuration for special indicators