How To Fix 5Z017 - Specify the time required, unit, and frequency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Specify the time required, unit, and frequency

What causes this issue?

No more than two of the three fields 'Time Required', 'Unit', and
'Frequency' have been filled.

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?

You should enter values either for all three fields or none of the
fields. Delete the entries accordingly or enter the missing values.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z017 - Specify the time required, unit, and frequency ?

  The SAP error message 5Z017, which states "Specify the time required, unit, and frequency," typically occurs in the context of scheduling or planning activities within SAP, such as in production planning, maintenance planning, or project management. This error indicates that the system requires specific information regarding the duration, measurement unit, and frequency of a task or activity, but this information has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The required fields for time, unit, and frequency have not been filled out in the relevant transaction or configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The settings in the relevant module (like PM, PP, or PS) may not be properly configured to accept the necessary inputs.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required information or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that all required fields for time, unit, and frequency are filled out correctly. This may involve:
  
  Specifying the duration of the task (e.g., hours, days).
  Selecting the appropriate unit of measure (e.g., hours, minutes).
  Defining the frequency of the task (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have the necessary permissions, check the configuration settings in the relevant module to ensure that they are set up to accept the required inputs. This may involve:
  
  Navigating to the configuration settings for the specific module (e.g., SPRO for project management).
  Ensuring that the relevant parameters for time and frequency are defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific module you are working with to understand the required fields and their formats.
  
  
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing additional training or resources to help them understand the required inputs.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the inputs and configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes (like IW31 for work orders in PM, or CO01 for production orders in PP) where this error can occur.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be valuable resources for finding solutions to common errors and issues.
  
  By ensuring that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the system is properly configured, you should be able to resolve the error message 5Z017.