How To Fix ICLCUST149 - Benefit type &1: Benefit type of ref. limit &2: Not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICLCUST - Checking Customizing Tables

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Benefit type &1: Benefit type of ref. limit &2: Not defined

What causes this issue?

You want to assign the benefit type &v2& of the reference limit/
deductible to benefit type &V1&, but benefit type &v2& 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 assignment of benefit type &v2& of the reference limit/
deductible.
Create benefit type &V2& (see below "Procedure for System Administation"
).

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE ICL_MESSAGE_CUST OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICLCUST149 - Benefit type &1: Benefit type of ref. limit &2: Not defined ?

  The SAP error message ICLCUST149 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of benefit types in the SAP system, specifically related to reference limits for benefits. This error can occur in the context of SAP's Benefits Administration module, which is part of the Human Capital Management (HCM) suite.
  Cause:
  The error message "Benefit type &1: Benefit type of ref. limit &2: Not defined" suggests that:
  
  The benefit type specified (represented by &1) is not properly defined in the system.
  The reference limit (represented by &2) associated with that benefit type is missing or not configured correctly.
  
  This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect or incomplete configuration of benefit types in the system.
  Changes made to benefit types or reference limits that were not properly updated in the system.
  Data inconsistencies or missing entries in the relevant configuration tables.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Benefit Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for benefits in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant path for Benefits Administration and check the configuration for the benefit type in question.
  Ensure that the benefit type is defined correctly and that all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  Verify Reference Limits:
  
  Check the reference limits associated with the benefit type.
  Ensure that the reference limit is defined and that it corresponds to the benefit type being referenced in the error message.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations:
  
  If there have been any recent changes or customizations made to the benefits configuration, review those changes to ensure they did not inadvertently remove or alter the benefit type or reference limit.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any available data consistency checks in the system to identify and rectify any inconsistencies related to benefit types and reference limits.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Benefits Administration for any specific guidance on the error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and reference limits, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Benefits Administration, such as:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PB10: Maintain Benefit Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  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 ICLCUST149 error in your SAP system.