How To Fix 5V142 - This field is not relevant for blue-collar workers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5V - HR: Messages for Belgium

• Message number: 142

• Message text: This field is not relevant for blue-collar workers

What causes this issue?

The fields P0505-SINHP and/or P0505-DOBHP are not used for blue collar
workers (P0505-ANSTA = 1).

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5V142 - This field is not relevant for blue-collar workers ?

  The SAP error message 5V142, which states "This field is not relevant for blue-collar workers," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or time management when trying to enter or modify data that is not applicable to blue-collar workers in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  This error is usually triggered when:
  
  You are trying to enter data in a field that is specifically designed for white-collar workers or is not applicable to blue-collar workers.
  The configuration of the SAP system has defined certain fields as irrelevant for blue-collar worker types, which may include specific attributes or data points that are not necessary for their roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Field Relevance: Review the field you are trying to fill in and confirm whether it is indeed relevant for blue-collar workers. If it is not, you will need to skip this field or provide the necessary information in a different manner.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: If you believe the field should be relevant for blue-collar workers, you may need to check the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve:
  
  Accessing the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigating to the area related to personnel administration or employee data.
  Checking the settings for employee groups and subgroups to see if the field can be made relevant for blue-collar workers.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details about the field in question and its relevance to different employee categories.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data are trained on the differences between blue-collar and white-collar worker data requirements, so they can avoid entering irrelevant information.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration or if you believe it is a system error, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Employee Groups/Subgroups: Understanding how employee groups and subgroups are defined in your SAP system can help clarify which fields are relevant for which types of employees.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user roles and authorizations are correctly set up, as this can sometimes affect the ability to enter certain data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message 5V142 effectively.