How To Fix 5U346 - Text for plan type & has not been defined (check entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 346

• Message text: Text for plan type & has not been defined (check entry)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U346 - Text for plan type & has not been defined (check entry) ?

  The SAP error message 5U346, which states "Text for plan type & has not been defined (check entry)," typically occurs in the context of planning and budgeting within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Financial Accounting (FI). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined text for a specific plan type that you are trying to use.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Definition: The primary cause of this error is that the text for the specified plan type has not been defined in the system. This could happen if the plan type was created but the corresponding text was not set up.
  Incorrect Plan Type: The plan type you are trying to use may not exist or may have been incorrectly entered.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the planning module that prevent the system from recognizing the plan type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Text for the Plan Type:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction).
  Navigate to the section where you can define plan types and their texts. This is typically found under:
  
  Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting -> Planning -> Define Plan Types.
  
  
  Check if the plan type in question exists and if it has a corresponding text defined. If not, create a new entry or update the existing one with the appropriate text.
  
  
  
  Check the Plan Type:
  
  Ensure that the plan type you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration or using transaction codes like KP06 (for cost center planning) or similar.
  
  
  
  Review User Input:
  
  If the plan type is being entered manually, double-check for any typographical errors or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct plan types or their configurations, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), KP06 (for planning), and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP module.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify plan types and their texts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5U346 and ensure that the plan type is correctly defined in your SAP system.