How To Fix 5N426 - The selected special indicator (Cadans) 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: 426

• Message text: The selected special indicator (Cadans) is not valid

What causes this issue?

The <ZK>Special Indicator Code (Cadans)</> you have selected from the
<ZK>Special Indicator Code (UVI)</> table (<ZH>T5N5E</>) 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 5N426 - The selected special indicator (Cadans) is not valid ?

  The SAP error message 5N426, which states "The selected special indicator (Cadans) is not valid," typically occurs in the context of using special indicators in SAP, particularly in relation to financial transactions or reporting. This error indicates that the special indicator you are trying to use is not recognized or is not valid for the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Special Indicator: The special indicator (Cadans) you are trying to use may not be defined in the system or may not be valid for the specific transaction or document type you are working with.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the special indicator is not properly set up or linked to the relevant transaction types.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specific special indicator.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a simple data entry error where the indicator was mistyped or selected incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Special Indicator Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the relevant area where special indicators are defined.
  Ensure that the special indicator (Cadans) is correctly configured and is valid for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the special indicator is applicable to the transaction type you are working with. Some indicators are only valid for specific types of transactions.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to use the special indicator. If not, consult with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entry for any typos or incorrect selections. Make sure you are selecting the correct special indicator from the list.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the specific special indicator and its valid usage.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE37 (Function Modules).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.