How To Fix ICLCUST306 - Benefit type "&1" does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICLCUST - Checking Customizing Tables

• Message number: 306

• Message text: Benefit type "&1" does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Perform one of the following activities:
Use the input help to choose a different benefit type.
In IMG activity <ZK>Define Benefit Types</>, define the benefit type
&v1&.

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 ICLCUST306 - Benefit type "&1" does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ICLCUST306, which states "Benefit type '&1' does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Benefits Administration module. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a benefit type that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The benefit type referenced in the error message has not been configured in the system.
  Incorrect Benefit Type: The benefit type code being used may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the benefit type may not have been included in the migration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified benefit type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Benefits Administration in SAP.
  Verify that the benefit type in question is defined and properly configured.
  If it is missing, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  
  
  
  Verify Benefit Type Code:
  
  Double-check the benefit type code being used in the transaction or program that triggered the error.
  Ensure that it matches the defined benefit types in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If the error occurred after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary benefit types were included.
  You may need to re-import or manually create the missing benefit types.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the benefit type.
  Review user roles and permissions in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring benefit types and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  PA30: For maintaining employee data.
  PC00_MXX_CEDT: For benefits-related reports.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.