How To Fix 5U138 - Enter both a cut-off day and month or leave both empty


5U138 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

  • Message number: 138

  • Message text: Enter both a cut-off day and month or leave both empty

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have entered only half of the combination of the day and month for
    the cutoff day.

    System Response

    The system needs a complete date to be able to save it as a cutoff
    day.

    How to fix this error?

    Enter the day and the month or clear both.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U138 - Enter both a cut-off day and month or leave both empty ?
    The SAP error message 5U138 indicates that there is an issue with the input of cut-off day and month in a specific transaction or configuration. This error typically arises when the system expects both the cut-off day and month to be filled in together or left empty. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information:
    
    Cause: The error occurs when the user attempts to enter a cut-off day and month, but one of them is filled while the other is left empty. For example, if you enter a cut-off day (e.g., 15) but do not enter a cut-off month, the system will trigger this error. This can happen in various contexts, such as when configuring payment terms, billing, or other date-related settings in SAP.
    Solution: Check Input Fields: Ensure that both the cut-off day and cut-off month are either filled in together or left completely empty. If you want to set a specific

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