How To Fix HRBENUSCOBRA014 - No COBRA events selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBENUSCOBRA - Error Messages for Benefits - COBRA (US)

• Message number: 014

• Message text: No COBRA events selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBENUSCOBRA014 - No COBRA events selected ?

  The SAP error message HRBENUSCOBRA014: No COBRA events selected typically occurs in the context of managing COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) benefits in the SAP HR module. This error indicates that the system could not find any COBRA events that meet the selection criteria specified in the transaction or report you are trying to run.
  Causes:
  
  No Eligible Events: There may be no COBRA events available for the employee or group of employees you are trying to process. This could be due to a lack of qualifying events (like termination of employment, reduction in hours, etc.).
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have set in the report or transaction may be too restrictive, leading to no events being selected.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data, such as missing or incorrect COBRA event records in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process COBRA events.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check COBRA Events: Verify that there are indeed COBRA events available for the employees in question. You can do this by checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0171 for COBRA events).
  Review Selection Criteria: Reassess the selection criteria you are using in the report or transaction. Make sure they are broad enough to include the relevant COBRA events.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data related to COBRA events is correctly maintained in the system. Look for any missing or incorrect entries in the relevant infotypes.
  User Authorizations: Confirm that you have the necessary authorizations to access and process COBRA events. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction or report you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes related to COBRA, such as Infotype 0171 (COBRA Events) and Infotype 0172 (COBRA Coverage).
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to COBRA processing include PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and S_PH0_48000120 (COBRA Reporting).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to COBRA processing in your version of SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR and benefits administration.