How To Fix 5G181 - Business mileage & cannot be assigned to any company car

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Business mileage & cannot be assigned to any company car

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G181 - Business mileage & cannot be assigned to any company car ?

  The SAP error message 5G181, which states "Business mileage & cannot be assigned to any company car," typically occurs in the context of travel management or expense reporting within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to associate the reported business mileage with any of the company cars that are registered in the system.
  Causes:
  
  No Company Car Assigned: The employee may not have a company car assigned in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for company cars or mileage tracking may not be set up correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry, such as incorrect employee ID, vehicle ID, or mileage entries.
  Inactive Company Car: The company car may be inactive or not properly registered in the system.
  Mileage Type Issues: The type of mileage being reported may not be compatible with the company car settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Company Car Assignment: Verify that the employee has a company car assigned in the system. If not, assign a company car to the employee.
  Review Configuration Settings: Ensure that the configuration for company cars and mileage tracking is correctly set up in the SAP system.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the entries for any mistakes. Ensure that the employee ID and vehicle ID are correct and that the mileage is entered in the correct format.
  Activate Company Car: If the company car is inactive, reactivate it or ensure it is properly registered in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or guidelines related to travel management and company car assignments to ensure compliance with the required processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify company car assignments.
  Training and Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a specialist who can provide further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5G181 and ensure that business mileage can be correctly assigned to the appropriate company car.