How To Fix ICLL_CUSTOMIZING023 - Benefit type for loans does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICLL_CUSTOMIZING - Message Class for Customizing

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Benefit type for loans does not exist

What causes this issue?

No benefit type for loans has been defined in Customizing.

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?

INCLUDE ISIS_SYSTEMADMIN OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Perform Customizing activity <ZK>Define Benefit Type for Loans</>.
INCLUDE ICL_MESSAGE_CUST OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICLL_CUSTOMIZING023 - Benefit type for loans does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ICLL_CUSTOMIZING023 indicates that the system cannot find a benefit type for loans in the configuration settings. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Payroll or Employee Benefits modules, where specific benefit types need to be defined for processing loans or similar financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The benefit type for loans has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Customizing Settings: The customizing settings for the benefit types may not be correctly set up or may have been deleted.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the benefit type field when processing a loan.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  Go to the relevant section for defining benefit types (usually under Payroll or Benefits).
  Ensure that the benefit type for loans is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Define Benefit Type:
  
  If the benefit type does not exist, you will need to create it.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the IMG.
  Follow the path: Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Define Benefit Types.
  Create a new entry for the loan benefit type, ensuring all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Review the entries in the transaction or program that triggered the error.
  Ensure that the benefit type code is entered correctly without any typos.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was recently changed or transported from another system, ensure that the transport request was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to benefit types and loans for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for customizing), PA30 (for employee data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll processing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to benefit types and loans.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the customizing settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.