How To Fix 5N425 - The selected Professional Group Code is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 425

• Message text: The selected Professional Group Code is not valid

What causes this issue?

The Professional Group Code you have selected from the <ZK>Professional
Group Code</> table (<ZH>T5N5W</>) is not fully valid in the infotype
interval &V1& to &V2&.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N425 - The selected Professional Group Code is not valid ?

  The SAP error message 5N425, which states "The selected Professional Group Code is not valid," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when the system cannot recognize the professional group code that has been entered or selected.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Code: The professional group code entered does not exist in the system or is not valid for the specific context (e.g., employee type, country).
  Configuration Issues: The professional group codes may not be properly configured in the system, or the relevant infotypes may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or use the selected professional group code.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the code entered, such as incorrect characters or formatting.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify the Code: Check the professional group code for accuracy. Ensure that it is correctly entered and matches the codes defined in the system.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the professional group codes are properly defined and active. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files to understand the valid professional group codes for your specific implementation.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the professional group codes. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to check the employee's data and the professional group code.
  Infotypes: Professional group codes are often associated with specific infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment). Ensure that the relevant infotypes are correctly maintained.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.