How To Fix HRFBN00VIEWS005 - Do not maintain plan &1 using this maintenance view

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFBN00VIEWS - General message class for GB flexible benefits

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Do not maintain plan &1 using this maintenance view

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to maintain the flexible benefit plan for company
car. However, the plan you have specified is not a plan for company car.

System Response

The system rejects the selection.

How to fix this error?

Specify an appropriate benefits plan for company car.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFBN00VIEWS005 - Do not maintain plan &1 using this maintenance view ?

  The SAP error message HRFBN00VIEWS005 typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when there is an attempt to maintain a planning view that is not intended for direct maintenance. This error indicates that the specific maintenance view you are trying to use is not designed for the type of planning you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by trying to maintain a planning object (like a plan version or a specific planning view) using a maintenance view that is not meant for that purpose. This can happen if:
  
  You are using the wrong transaction or view for the maintenance of the planning data.
  The system configuration does not allow for direct maintenance of the specified plan.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Transaction Code: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction code for maintaining the planning data. For example, if you are trying to maintain a plan version, use the appropriate transaction for that purpose.
  
  
  Use the Correct Maintenance View: Verify that you are using the correct maintenance view for the specific planning object you are trying to maintain. Refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator to identify the correct view.
  
  
  Review Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain the planning data. Lack of proper authorization can sometimes lead to unexpected error messages.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP HCM Documentation: Review the official SAP HCM documentation for guidance on maintaining planning views and understanding the structure of planning objects.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Training and Resources: If you are new to SAP HCM, consider taking training courses or reviewing resources that cover the planning and maintenance aspects of the module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.