How To Fix 5U349 - Text for eligibility group & has not been defined (check entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 349

• Message text: Text for eligibility group & has not been defined (check entry)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U349 - Text for eligibility group & has not been defined (check entry) ?

  The SAP error message 5U349 indicates that there is an issue with the eligibility group in the system. Specifically, it means that the text for the specified eligibility group has not been defined in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP modules related to Human Capital Management (HCM), particularly in payroll or benefits administration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Definition: The eligibility group you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or a missing entry in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Entry: The eligibility group code entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the eligibility group may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Eligibility Group Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually in SPRO) and check if the eligibility group is defined.
  Navigate to the path: Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Define Eligibility Groups.
  Ensure that the eligibility group you are trying to use is listed and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Correct the Entry:
  
  Verify the eligibility group code you are using in your transaction. Make sure it is spelled correctly and corresponds to an existing entry in the system.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Entries:
  
  If the eligibility group is indeed missing, you may need to create it. This involves defining the group and providing the necessary text and attributes.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the system was recently updated or transported, check if the eligibility group was included in the transport request. If not, you may need to re-transport the necessary configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides that pertain to eligibility groups in your specific SAP implementation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, or SE16 for table viewing to check the relevant tables.
  Tables: The eligibility groups are often stored in specific tables, such as T5U349 (or similar) depending on your SAP version.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.