How To Fix ICL_CUST_PM023 - Benefit type "&1" has not been defined

ICL_CUST_PM023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_CUST_PM - Checks on Customizing (PM Integration)

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Benefit type "&1" has not been defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_CUST_PM023 - Benefit type "&1" has not been defined ?

  The SAP error message ICL_CUST_PM023 indicates that a specific benefit type (represented by "&1") has not been defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Insurance and Pension (ICL) module, particularly when dealing with benefits management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The benefit type referenced in the error message has not been configured in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant customizing tables.
  Incorrect Benefit Type: The benefit type being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled in the transaction or program that is being executed.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or may have failed during the transport process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Benefit Type:
  
  Go to the customizing transaction (usually SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for defining benefit types.
  Ensure that the benefit type in question is defined correctly. You may need to create a