How To Fix 5P412 - Subschema &: Rule &2 entered in function &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5P - Error Messages for Schema, Pers.Calc.Rule and Feature Checks

• Message number: 412

• Message text: Subschema &: Rule &2 entered in function &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have used a function that processes a rule that does not yet exist.

How to fix this error?

Display the subschema, and analyze the defective function.
If you select the entry options for the defective parameter, you branch
to a report, which lists all existing rules. You can select the correct
rule from this list.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5P412 - Subschema &: Rule &2 entered in function &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 5P412 indicates that there is an issue with a specific rule in a subschema that is being referenced in a function. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or time management, where subschemas and rules are used to define how payroll calculations or time evaluations are performed.
  Cause:
  The error message "Subschema &: Rule &2 entered in function &1 does not exist" can be caused by several factors:
  
  
  Missing Rule Definition: The rule that is being referenced in the subschema does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration error or an incomplete implementation.
  
  
  Incorrect Subschema Configuration: The subschema itself may be incorrectly configured, leading to references to non-existent rules.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it is possible that the rule was not included in the transport or was not activated properly.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom rules or subschemas, they may not have been properly defined or activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Rule Existence: Verify that the rule referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., transaction PE02 for rules).
  
  
  Review Subschema Configuration: Check the configuration of the subschema that is causing the error. Ensure that all rules referenced in the subschema are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and activated in the target system.
  
  
  Custom Development Review: If you are using custom rules or subschemas, review the custom code to ensure that all necessary components are defined and activated.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll and time management for any specific guidance on the error.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test run of the payroll or time evaluation to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PE02: Maintain Rules
  PE03: Maintain Subschemas
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll Calculation
  PC00_MXX_CEDT: Time Evaluation
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the 5P412 error in your SAP system.