How To Fix ICLCUST070 - Benefit type &1 object type &2: Evaluation category &3 not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICLCUST - Checking Customizing Tables

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Benefit type &1 object type &2: Evaluation category &3 not defined

What causes this issue?

You want to assign the evaluation category &V3& to the combination of
benefit type &v1& / object type &V2&, but evaluation category &V3& has
not been defined.

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?

Perform one of the following activities:
Delete the line with the assignment of evaluation category &V3&.
Create evaluation category &V3& (see below "Procedure for System
Administration").

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE ICL_MESSAGE_CUST OBJECT DOKU ID TX
<ZH>Note</>: In the documentation on IMG activity <ZK>Enhance Evaluation
Categories</>, pay attention to the information under "Standard
Settings".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICLCUST070 - Benefit type &1 object type &2: Evaluation category &3 not defined ?

  The SAP error message ICLCUST070 typically indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the benefit type, object type, and evaluation category in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP's Benefits Administration or similar modules where specific configurations are required for benefits processing.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system cannot find a defined evaluation category for the specified benefit type and object type. This usually means that:
  
  The evaluation category has not been set up in the system.
  There is a mismatch between the benefit type and object type in the configuration.
  The necessary customizing settings for the benefit type or evaluation category have not been completed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for Benefits Administration or the specific module you are working with.
  Look for the configuration settings related to benefit types and evaluation categories.
  
  
  
  Define Evaluation Categories:
  
  Ensure that the evaluation category for the specified benefit type and object type is defined.
  If it is not defined, create a new evaluation category and link it to the appropriate benefit type and object type.
  
  
  
  Review Benefit Type and Object Type:
  
  Verify that the benefit type and object type you are using are correctly configured and that they correspond to the evaluation category you are trying to use.
  Check for any typos or discrepancies in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  You may need to restart the transaction or session to see the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring benefits and evaluation categories.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in Benefits Administration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SIMG for implementation guides, or specific transaction codes related to Benefits Administration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ICLCUST070 error message in your SAP system.