How To Fix HRCMP00TABLES018 - Eligibility rule &1 for eligibility group &2 on &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRCMP00TABLES - Messages for Customizing Tables for the "Compensation" Area

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Eligibility rule &1 for eligibility group &2 on &3 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The eligibility rules must be stored in table T71C5 for the eligibility
groups. These are, in general, valid for a given period of time. The
value "&V1&" has not been created in the table for the group "&V2&" to
the chosen date "&V3&".

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?

Notify your system administrator so that he/she can make the entry in
the table.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRCMP00TABLES018 - Eligibility rule &1 for eligibility group &2 on &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRCMP00TABLES018 indicates that there is an issue with the eligibility rule for a specific eligibility group in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of HR (Human Resources) or Payroll processes when the system is trying to evaluate eligibility for certain benefits, deductions, or other HR-related functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The eligibility rule specified (denoted by &1) does not exist in the system.
  The eligibility group (denoted by &2) is not correctly configured or is missing.
  The date specified (denoted by &3) may not correspond to a valid configuration in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Eligibility Rules:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually in the IMG - Implementation Guide).
  Navigate to the section where eligibility rules are defined (e.g., for benefits or payroll).
  Verify if the eligibility rule specified in the error message exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Eligibility Groups:
  
  Check the configuration for the eligibility group mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the eligibility group is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate eligibility rules.
  
  
  
  Review Date Validity:
  
  Ensure that the date specified in the error message is within the valid range for the eligibility rule and group.
  If the eligibility rule is time-dependent, make sure that the rule is active for the date in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides for your specific SAP module (e.g., SAP HCM, SAP Payroll) to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. This can involve running the payroll or benefits eligibility evaluation again.
  
  
  
  Seek Help:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in HR or Payroll configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the IMG) or PA30 (to view infotypes) to check configurations.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify eligibility rules and groups.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRCMP00TABLES018 error in your SAP system.