How To Fix HRPAY99PM428 - Renaming a process model is not allowed in the productive system

HRPAY99PM428 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99PM - Messages for HR Process Manager

• Message number: 428

• Message text: Renaming a process model is not allowed in the productive system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99PM428 - Renaming a process model is not allowed in the productive system ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99PM428 indicates that you are attempting to rename a process model in a productive (live) system, which is not permitted. This restriction is in place to maintain data integrity and consistency in the production environment.
  
  Cause:
  
  The error occurs when a user tries to rename an existing process model in the SAP system while it is in a productive state. Renaming process models can lead to confusion and potential issues with existing processes that rely on the original model name.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Avoid Renaming in Production: The simplest solution is to refrain from renaming process models in the productive system. If changes are necessary, consider creating a new process model instead of renaming the existing one.
  
  
  Development or Test System: If you need to rename a process model for testing or development purposes, do so in a non-productive environment (like a development or quality assurance system). Once you have finalized the changes,