How To Fix HRBEN00FMODULES038 - Beneficiary &/& not allowed for plan &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Beneficiary &/& not allowed for plan &

What causes this issue?

You selected &V1&/&V2& as a beneficiary for the plan &V3&. However, the
plan policy does not allow this beneficiary.

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?

Deselect the beneficiary &V1&/&V2& for the plan &V3& or choose a plan
that allows this beneficiary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00FMODULES038 - Beneficiary &/& not allowed for plan & ?

  The SAP error message HRBEN00FMODULES038 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a benefits plan in the SAP Human Resources module, specifically related to the eligibility of a beneficiary for a particular benefits plan. The message suggests that the specified beneficiary is not allowed to participate in the indicated plan.
  Cause:
  
  Eligibility Criteria: The beneficiary may not meet the eligibility criteria defined for the benefits plan. This could be due to various reasons such as age, employment status, or other specific conditions set in the plan configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the benefits plan settings, such as incorrect assignment of beneficiaries or plans.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be errors in the data entry for either the beneficiary or the plan, such as incorrect codes or missing information.
  Plan Restrictions: The plan may have restrictions that prevent certain types of beneficiaries (e.g., dependents, retirees) from enrolling.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Eligibility Criteria: Review the eligibility criteria for the benefits plan in question. Ensure that the beneficiary meets all the necessary conditions to be eligible for the plan.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the benefits plan and verify that the beneficiary is correctly assigned and that the plan is set up to allow the beneficiary type.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the data entered for both the beneficiary and the plan. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no typos or incorrect codes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the error message and the configuration of benefits plans.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration settings) or PA30 (to view and maintain employee data) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user attempting to make the changes has the appropriate permissions to access and modify benefits plan configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.