How To Fix 5U506 - Choose only one plan within plan type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 506

• Message text: Choose only one plan within plan type &

What causes this issue?

You have checked more than one box within one plan type.

System Response

Even though the employee may have the choice of several plans of a
certain type, e.g. dental, enrollment is only allowed in one plan, e.g.
Dento Plan.
Also, within one plan, you may select only one option.

How to fix this error?

Double check that for each plan type, you have only checked
one box.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U506 - Choose only one plan within plan type & ?

  The SAP error message 5U506: "Choose only one plan within plan type &" typically occurs in the context of planning scenarios, particularly when dealing with planning versions or plans in SAP's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  This error arises when a user attempts to select multiple plans within a specific plan type where only one plan is allowed. The system expects the user to choose a single plan for processing, and selecting more than one violates this requirement.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Your Selection: Go back to the selection screen where you encountered the error. Ensure that you are only selecting one plan from the available options within the specified plan type.
  
  
  Check Plan Type Configuration: If you are unsure about the plan types and their configurations, consult with your SAP administrator or check the configuration settings in the relevant planning module to understand the constraints on plan selection.
  
  
  User Training: If this error is frequent among users, consider providing training or documentation to help them understand how to properly select plans within the system.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the requirement to select multiple plans is a business need, you may need to review the system configuration or consult with your SAP support team to see if adjustments can be made to allow for multiple selections, if applicable.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., IBP, APO) for detailed information on planning and selection processes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting planning issues, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for demand planning or /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning book settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your planning activities in SAP.