How To Fix HRBEN00FMODULES031 - For plan & in benefit area & contingent beneficiaries are not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBEN00FMODULES - Error Messages for Benefits - Function Modules

• Message number: 031

• Message text: For plan & in benefit area & contingent beneficiaries are not allowed

What causes this issue?

You tried to enter a contingent beneficiary for the plan &V1& in
benefit area &V2& . However, the plan policy does not allow contingent
beneficiaries.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Delete the contingent beneficiary or choose a plan that allows
contingent beneficiaries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00FMODULES031 - For plan & in benefit area & contingent beneficiaries are not allowed ?

  The SAP error message HRBEN00FMODULES031 typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM), specifically within the Benefits module. This error indicates that contingent beneficiaries are not allowed for a specific benefit plan in the benefit area you are working with.
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Plan Configuration: The benefit plan you are trying to enroll in or modify does not support contingent beneficiaries. This could be due to the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Benefit Area Restrictions: The benefit area associated with the plan may have restrictions that do not allow for contingent beneficiaries.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entered in the system regarding the beneficiaries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Plan Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the benefit plan in the SAP system. Ensure that the plan is set up to allow contingent beneficiaries if that is required.
  If you have access, navigate to the configuration settings for the benefit plan and verify the settings related to beneficiaries.
  
  
  
  Review Benefit Area Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the benefit area to confirm whether contingent beneficiaries are permitted. If not, you may need to adjust the settings or choose a different plan that allows for contingent beneficiaries.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no discrepancies in the beneficiary data. This includes checking for any mandatory fields that may have been overlooked.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the Benefits module for specific guidelines on configuring plans and beneficiaries.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring benefit plans and beneficiaries.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to benefit plans and beneficiary settings.
  Testing Changes: If you make any changes to the configuration, it is advisable to test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to the production system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.