How To Fix HRPFD00763 - Methods are already defined for target value type '&1' in plan '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPFD00 - HR-PF: International Pension Fund

• Message number: 763

• Message text: Methods are already defined for target value type '&1' in plan '&2'

What causes this issue?

To be able to import methods from another processing plan, no methods
can exist for the relevant wage type.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPFD00763 - Methods are already defined for target value type '&1' in plan '&2' ?

  The SAP error message HRPFD00763 indicates that there are already defined methods for a specific target value type in a particular plan. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when working with performance management or similar modules where target values and methods are defined for employee evaluations or performance plans.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to define a new method for a target value type that already has existing methods associated with it in the specified plan. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to create a duplicate entry for a method that already exists.
  There is a configuration error where the same method is being assigned multiple times to the same target value type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Methods:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP where methods for target value types are defined.
  Look for the target value type specified in the error message (&1) and the plan (&2).
  Review the existing methods associated with that target value type to confirm if the method you are trying to add already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Methods:
  
  If the method you are trying to add is indeed already defined, you can either modify the existing method if changes are needed or delete it if it is no longer required.
  Ensure that any changes made do not disrupt the overall configuration and functionality of the performance management process.
  
  
  
  Create Unique Methods:
  
  If you need to define a new method, ensure that it is unique and does not conflict with existing methods for the same target value type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing methods and target value types in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the performance management process functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes related to performance management configuration, such as SPRO for accessing the configuration menu.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.