How To Fix 5N870 - Any number entered for this special provision is invalid

5N870 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 870

• Message text: Any number entered for this special provision is invalid

What causes this issue?

You have entered a number for this subtype record. This is, however,
invalid for <LS>Canada Provision </>(0002).

System Response

The infotype record cannot be stored.

How to fix this error?

Delete the value and save the record.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N870 - Any number entered for this special provision is invalid ?

  The SAP error message 5N870 ("Any number entered for this special provision is invalid") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with special provisions or conditions in the system. This error indicates that the number entered for a specific field does not meet the validation criteria set by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Input: The number entered may not conform to the expected format or range defined in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the values that can be entered for that special provision.
  Data Type Mismatch: The field may expect a different data type (e.g., integer vs. decimal) than what was provided.
  Missing Master Data: The special provision may require certain master data to be set up, which is not present or incorrectly configured.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or conditions that are not being met, leading to the invalidation