How To Fix FMEUF074 - You cannot delete time slices that are in used cert. run parameters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMEUF - Expenditure Certification

• Message number: 074

• Message text: You cannot delete time slices that are in used cert. run parameters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMEUF074 - You cannot delete time slices that are in used cert. run parameters ?

  The SAP error message FMEUF074 indicates that you are attempting to delete time slices that are currently being used in certification run parameters. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's time management or payroll modules, where time slices represent periods of time for which data is being processed.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You try to delete time slices that are linked to existing certification runs or payroll processes.
  The time slices are still active or referenced in the system, preventing their deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Certification Runs: 
  
  Verify if there are any active certification runs that reference the time slices you are trying to delete. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., PC00_MXX_CED, where MXX is your country-specific payroll) and checking the certification run parameters.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  If you find that the time slices are indeed being used, you will need to either complete or remove the certification runs that reference these time slices before you can delete them.
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Slices:
  
  If the time slices are no longer needed, ensure that they are not linked to any active processes. You may need to adjust or finalize any related payroll or time management processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to time management and certification runs for additional guidance on managing time slices.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more specific assistance based on your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing time slices and certification runs, such as:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PC00_MXX_CED: Certification run for payroll
  PT60: Time evaluation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional context or related error messages that may provide further insight into the problem.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.