How To Fix 5A336 - Select the calculation on the basis of business events

5A336 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 336

• Message text: Select the calculation on the basis of business events

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A336 - Select the calculation on the basis of business events ?

  The SAP error message 5A336, "Select the calculation on the basis of business events," typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that involve business event processing, such as SAP S/4HANA or SAP Business Suite. This error indicates that the system requires a specific selection of calculations based on defined business events, but the necessary input or selection has not been made.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection: The user has not selected a calculation method or business event that is required for the process.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the business events or calculations are not properly defined or linked.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required business events or calculations.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from determining the appropriate calculation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Calculation: Ensure that you have selected the appropriate calculation method based on the business