How To Fix HRFBNGBSPECIFIC155 - Flexed value period is not defined for benefit area &1 on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFBNGBSPECIFIC - Flexible benefit GB specific message

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Flexed value period is not defined for benefit area &1 on &2

What causes this issue?

No entry exists in table T74_FBN_GB07 [Specify Flexible Benefits Cost
Period for Company Car Plan(FLEX)].

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?

Maintain the flexible benefit cost period for company car calculation in
table T74_FBN_GB07, in order to specify the flexed value period for a
company car option.
This cost is integrated within the infotype<ZK> Company Car </>(0442).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFBNGBSPECIFIC155 - Flexed value period is not defined for benefit area &1 on &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRFBNGBSPECIFIC155 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of benefit areas in the SAP system, specifically related to the flexed value period for a benefit area. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when dealing with employee benefits.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system is unable to find a defined flexed value period for a specified benefit area. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The flexed value period for the benefit area has not been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Benefit Area: The benefit area specified in the error message may not be correctly configured or may not exist.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry related to the benefit area or the flexed value period.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the benefit area in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the flexed value period is defined for the specified benefit area. This can typically be done in the SAP HCM module under the benefits configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Define Flexed Value Period:
  
  If the flexed value period is not defined, you will need to create it. This involves specifying the start and end dates for the flexed value period and linking it to the appropriate benefit area.
  
  
  
  Verify Benefit Area:
  
  Confirm that the benefit area referenced in the error message is correctly set up and active in the system. Check for any typos or discrepancies in the benefit area code.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee records to ensure that the benefit area assigned to the employee is valid and that the employee is eligible for the benefits associated with that area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring benefit areas and flexed value periods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to process the benefits again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SPRO (to access the configuration settings) or PA30 (to view and maintain employee data).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRFBNGBSPECIFIC155 error in your SAP system.