How To Fix 5U421 - Text for time units & has not been defined (check entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 421

• Message text: Text for time units & has not been defined (check entry)

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check that this Time/measurement unit is defined in view
Time/Measurement unit (V_T538A).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U421 - Text for time units & has not been defined (check entry) ?

  The SAP error message 5U421 indicates that there is an issue with the time units being used in a particular transaction or configuration. Specifically, the message states that the text for the specified time units has not been defined, which means that the system cannot recognize or process the time unit you are trying to use.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The time unit you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Entry: The time unit entered may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be properly configured to handle the time units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction).
  Navigate to the section where time units are defined (e.g., under Time Management or related modules).
  Ensure that the time unit you are trying to use is defined and has a corresponding text entry.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Time Units:
  
  If the time unit is missing, you can create a new entry for it. Make sure to provide a proper description and ensure it aligns with the expected formats in your organization.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for the time unit in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that it matches the defined units in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or user manuals for your specific SAP module to understand the expected time units and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or SE11 (for data dictionary) to check the definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify the configuration settings related to time units.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.