How To Fix PE601 - &1 &2 is not a valid requirement

PE601 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 601

• Message text: &1 &2 is not a valid requirement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE601 - &1 &2 is not a valid requirement ?

  The SAP error message PE601 indicates that a specific requirement (such as a condition or a prerequisite) is not valid in the context where it is being used. This error typically arises in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP Payroll when there is an issue with the configuration of the requirements for a specific infotype or payroll schema.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Requirement: The requirement specified in the configuration does not exist or is not defined correctly in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the requirement name or number.
  Missing Requirement: The requirement may not have been created or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the infotype or payroll schema may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the requirement.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Requirement Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) and check if the requirement exists.
  Ensure that the requirement is correctly