How To Fix HRBENUS_ACA401 - No data is available for this period/transmitting ALE combination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBENUS_ACA - Affordable Care Act System Messages

• Message number: 401

• Message text: No data is available for this period/transmitting ALE combination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBENUS_ACA401 - No data is available for this period/transmitting ALE combination ?

  The SAP error message HRBENUS_ACA401 indicates that there is no data available for the specified period or the transmitting ALE (Application Link Enabling) combination when trying to process ACA (Affordable Care Act) reporting in the HR module. This error typically arises during the generation of ACA forms or reports, such as Forms 1095-C, which are required for compliance with the ACA.
  Causes:
  
  No Data for the Specified Period: The most common cause is that there are no employee records or ACA-related data for the specified reporting period.
  Incorrect Configuration: The ALE configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in data transmission.
  Missing Employee Data: Employees may not have the necessary ACA-related data (e.g., health coverage information) populated in their records.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for generating the report may not match any existing records.
  Data Not Processed: The data may not have been processed or updated in the system for the specified period.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that there are records for the specified period. You can do this by checking the employee records and ensuring that the necessary ACA data is populated.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the ALE configuration is correctly set up. Check the settings in transaction codes like ALEAUDIT or WE20 to confirm that the correct logical systems and message types are configured.
  Update Employee Records: If employee records are missing ACA-related data, update those records with the necessary information, such as health coverage details.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria used for generating the report. Make sure it aligns with the available data.
  Run Data Processing Jobs: If data has recently been entered or updated, ensure that any necessary background jobs for processing ACA data have been run.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ACA reporting for any specific requirements or updates that may affect data availability.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PC00_MXX_CALC for payroll processing and PC00_MXX_REPORT for generating reports.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to ACA reporting and the specific error message. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may address known issues.
  Testing: If you are in a testing environment, ensure that test data is correctly set up for the reporting period you are trying to analyze.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRBENUS_ACA401 error and implement a solution to resolve it.