How To Fix ISH_BP011 - Insurance type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISH_BP - Contains Messages for IS-H Business Partner Developments

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Insurance type &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The insurance type &V1& you entered does not exist.

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?

Open the input help (F4) to get a list of the insurance types
available.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISH_BP011 - Insurance type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ISH_BP011, which states "Insurance type &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-H (Industry Solution for Healthcare) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified insurance type in the database, which is necessary for processing certain transactions related to patient billing or insurance claims.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Insurance Type: The specified insurance type (denoted by &1) has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The insurance type may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction or configuration where the insurance type is referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the insurance type data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for insurance types in the SAP system. This can typically be found under the path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> IS-H -> Master Data -> Insurance -> Define Insurance Types.
  Ensure that the insurance type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Insurance Type:
  
  If the insurance type does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  If it exists but is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the transaction or document where the error occurred to ensure that the insurance type is entered correctly without any typos.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the insurance type. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing insurance types in IS-H.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to ISH_BP011.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration and SE11 for data dictionary checks.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.