How To Fix HRFBNGBSPECIFIC156 - Last car record is taken for company car enrolment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFBNGBSPECIFIC - Flexible benefit GB specific message

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Last car record is taken for company car enrolment

What causes this issue?

There are multiple company car records existing in this period.

System Response

The system reads the last infotype <ZK>Company Car </>(0442) record when
enroling this employee in the company car benefits plan.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFBNGBSPECIFIC156 - Last car record is taken for company car enrolment ?

  The SAP error message HRFBNGBSPECIFIC156, which states "Last car record is taken for company car enrolment," typically occurs in the context of managing company car benefits within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a new company car enrollment, but it has detected that there is already an existing record for the employee that needs to be addressed.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Car Record: The employee already has a company car record in the system, and the system is set up to only allow one active car record at a time.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry process, such as trying to enroll a new car without properly terminating the previous record.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow for multiple records or may not be set up to handle the transition between car records correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Existing Records: Check the employee's existing company car records in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant infotype (usually IT 0014 for company car) and reviewing the entries.
  Terminate Previous Record: If the employee is eligible for a new car, ensure that the previous car record is properly terminated. This may involve changing the end date of the existing record or deleting it if appropriate.
  Create New Enrollment: After ensuring that the previous record is terminated, attempt to create the new company car enrollment again.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that the system settings allow for the desired behavior regarding company car records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its system with notes that address specific error messages.
  Documentation: Review the SAP HR documentation related to company car management for best practices and guidelines on handling car records.
  User Training: Ensure that users responsible for entering and managing company car records are adequately trained on the processes and the importance of maintaining accurate records.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.