How To Fix ICL_PAYMENT024 - Assign a tax type to the benefit type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_PAYMENT - Message Class for Payments

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Assign a tax type to the benefit type

What causes this issue?

The Customizing for assignment of tax types to benefit types is not
complete.

System Response

The system is unable to determine any taxes for the selected benefit
value, and then unable to create any payment.

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.

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

In the IMG for Policy Management, assign a tax type to the benefit type.
INCLUDE ICL_MESSAGE_CUST OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_PAYMENT024 - Assign a tax type to the benefit type ?

  The SAP error message ICL_PAYMENT024 ("Assign a tax type to the benefit type") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Insurance and Financial Services module, particularly when dealing with benefits and payments. This error indicates that there is a missing configuration where a tax type has not been assigned to a specific benefit type.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system attempts to process a payment or benefit that requires a tax type assignment, but the configuration for that benefit type does not include a corresponding tax type. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The benefit type has not been properly configured in the system to include a tax type.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the benefit type may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Changes in Tax Regulations: Updates in tax regulations may require new configurations that have not been implemented.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to assign a tax type to the relevant benefit type in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration area for the relevant module (e.g., Insurance or Financial Services).
  
  
  
  Find the Benefit Type:
  
  Look for the configuration settings related to benefit types. This is usually found under the path: 
  
  SPRO > IMG > Insurance > Claims Management > Payment Processing > Define Benefit Types (the exact path may vary based on your SAP version).
  
  
  
  
  
  Assign a Tax Type:
  
  Select the benefit type that is causing the error.
  In the configuration screen, look for the field where you can assign a tax type.
  Choose the appropriate tax type from the available options and save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, try to process the payment or benefit again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or your organization's internal documentation for specific details on configuring benefit types and tax types.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes in the configuration settings.
  Consult with Experts: If you are unsure about which tax type to assign, consult with your finance or tax department to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to create a transport request to move your changes to the production environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICL_PAYMENT024 error and ensure that your benefit types are correctly configured for tax processing.