How To Fix EG733 - Do not enter a certification year; certification not relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 733

• Message text: Do not enter a certification year; certification not relevant

What causes this issue?

You have specified a certification year.

System Response

The corresponding device category has not been marked as relevant to
certification. As a result, the corresponding devices are also not
relevant to certification.

How to fix this error?

Do not specify a certification year or check the certification data in
the device category.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG733 - Do not enter a certification year; certification not relevant ?

  The SAP error message EG733 ("Do not enter a certification year; certification not relevant") typically occurs in the context of managing employee qualifications and certifications within the SAP system, particularly in the Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system has determined that a certification year should not be entered for a specific qualification or certification because it is not relevant for that particular entry.
  Cause:
  
  Certification Type: The certification or qualification you are trying to enter may not require a certification year. This can happen if the certification is not time-bound or does not have a validity period.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may dictate that certain certifications do not require a year. This could be due to the way the certification types are set up in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a misunderstanding or error in the data entry process, where a user is attempting to enter a year for a certification that is not designed to have one.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Certification Requirements: Check the specific certification or qualification to understand if it indeed requires a certification year. If it does not, simply omit the year from your entry.
  Check Configuration: If you believe that the certification should allow for a year, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to review the configuration settings for the certification types in the system. They may need to adjust the settings to allow for a certification year if appropriate.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data into the system are trained on which certifications require a year and which do not, to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to the HCM module for more detailed information on managing qualifications and certifications.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or other related transactions where certifications are managed.
  Support Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or support channels for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.