How To Fix ICLCUST258 - Enter a name for benefit type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICLCUST - Checking Customizing Tables

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Enter a name for benefit type &1

What causes this issue?

There is no name for the benefit type in your logon language.

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?

Create a name for benefit type &V1&.
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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICLCUST258 - Enter a name for benefit type &1 ?

  The SAP error message ICLCUST258, which states "Enter a name for benefit type &1," typically occurs in the context of configuring benefits in the SAP system, particularly within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that a required field for the benefit type has not been filled out, specifically the name of the benefit type.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to create or modify a benefit type without providing a name for it. The system requires a unique identifier or name for each benefit type to ensure proper categorization and management of benefits.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Benefit Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP where you are configuring the benefit type (e.g., transaction code SPRO for customizing).
  
  
  
  Locate the Benefit Type:
  
  Find the section related to benefits or the specific benefit type you are trying to create or modify.
  
  
  
  Enter a Name:
  
  Ensure that you fill in the required field for the name of the benefit type. This is usually a mandatory field, so it should be clearly marked.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the name, save your changes. This should resolve the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Ensure that the name you are entering is unique and does not conflict with existing benefit types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), HRBEN00 (Benefits Administration), or others related to your specific configuration tasks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for guidelines on configuring benefits.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify benefit types in the system.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the benefit type is functioning as expected within the broader benefits administration process.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.