How To Fix PSSC_TOOLS073 - Benefit Program &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_TOOLS - Message Class for Periods & Due Date Tools

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Benefit Program &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS073 - Benefit Program &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS073 indicates that the Benefit Program specified does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Benefits Administration module, where the system is trying to access or process a benefit program that has not been defined or is not available in the current configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Benefit Program: The benefit program you are trying to access has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Program ID: The ID or name of the benefit program entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the benefit program.
  Configuration Issues: The benefit program may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Program ID: Check the ID or name of the benefit program you are trying to access. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the existing entries in the system.
  Create or Restore Benefit Program: If the benefit program does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done through the SAP Benefits Administration configuration settings.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the benefit program. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  Consult Configuration: If you are an administrator, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the benefit program is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the configuration in transaction codes related to Benefits Administration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up and managing benefit programs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the SAP Reference IMG) to navigate to the Benefits Administration configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team 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.