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microwave oven what is a 5E error

kenmore microwave oven model 401 lights up and shows 5E but other buttons do not function. I have unplugged and replugged. One time that worked. I reset clock time and it functioned, but now the buttons have stopped functioning again..

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jackhasling  if it is an SE error vs. a 5E error then it is a moisture sensor error. It is indicative of a stuck key on the keypad or a failed keypad/control board

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How do you fix a stuck key or failed control board? Or is it cheaper just to get another microwave?

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