How To Fix P05FBN613 - Description for Plan Category & in Language & is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P05FBN - Flexible Benefits Notifications NL

• Message number: 613

• Message text: Description for Plan Category & in Language & is missing

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?

See IMG step <DS:SIMG.FBN_NL_BS_70> "Define Benefit Plan Types "</> for
further information.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P05FBN613 - Description for Plan Category & in Language & is missing ?

  The SAP error message P05FBN613 typically indicates that there is a missing description for a specific plan category in the specified language. This error can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of planning and budgeting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The primary cause of this error is that the description for the specified plan category has not been maintained in the system for the language you are using.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the planning area or the specific plan category that is being referenced.
  Language Settings: The language settings in your user profile or the system may not match the language for which the description is missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Description:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the area where plan categories are defined.
  Check if the plan category in question has a description maintained for the required language.
  If not, add the missing description.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that your user profile is set to the correct language. You can check this in the user settings (SU01).
  If necessary, switch to a different language that has the description available.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings for the planning area or module to ensure that all necessary data is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining plan categories and their descriptions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking and maintaining data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error P05FBN613 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials specific to the planning module you are working with for additional context on plan categories.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the missing description for the plan category in SAP.