How To Fix /SAPCE/IURU_BEN120 - Active Ben.Card exists for this beneficiary & in selected period &-& (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/IURU_BEN -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Active Ben.Card exists for this beneficiary & in selected period &-& (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/IURU_BEN120 - Active Ben.Card exists for this beneficiary & in selected period &-& (&) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/IURU_BEN120 indicates that there is an active benefits card for a specific beneficiary within the selected period. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly in the area of benefits administration.
  Cause:
  
  Active Benefits Card: The error suggests that the beneficiary in question has an active benefits card that overlaps with the period you are trying to process. This could mean that the system is preventing you from making changes or processing new benefits for that beneficiary because there is already an existing active record.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as selecting the wrong period or beneficiary.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the benefits module that are causing the system to incorrectly identify active benefits cards.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Benefits: Review the benefits records for the beneficiary in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like HRBEN00 or HRBEN01) to see the active benefits and their periods.
  Adjust Period: If you are trying to enter a new benefit or make changes, ensure that the period you are selecting does not overlap with the active benefits card. You may need to adjust the period accordingly.
  End Active Benefits: If appropriate, you may need to end the active benefits card for the beneficiary before proceeding with new entries. This should be done in accordance with your organization's policies and procedures.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or user manuals for specific instructions related to benefits administration.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for benefits management, such as HRBEN00 (Benefits Overview) and HRBEN01 (Maintain Benefits).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and modify benefits records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific error messages.
  Training: If you are new to SAP HCM, consider undergoing training or reviewing training materials to better understand the benefits module and how to manage records effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.