How To Fix /PMG/GE_MAC049 - The entered policy is not valid w.r.t selected mass change/result set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PMG/GE_MAC -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: The entered policy is not valid w.r.t selected mass change/result set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PMG/GE_MAC049 - The entered policy is not valid w.r.t selected mass change/result set ?

  The SAP error message /PMG/GE_MAC049 indicates that the entered policy is not valid with respect to the selected mass change or result set. This error typically occurs in the context of mass changes in SAP, particularly in the area of personnel management or organizational management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Policy: The policy you are trying to apply may not be applicable to the selected records. This could be due to:
  
  The policy being inactive or not defined for the specific type of records you are working with.
  The policy not being compatible with the attributes of the selected records (e.g., different employee groups, organizational units, etc.).
  
  
  
  Selection Criteria: The records you have selected for the mass change may not meet the criteria defined by the policy. For example, if the policy is meant for a specific employee group, and your selection includes employees from other groups, this error may occur.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the policy from being applied correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Policy Validity: Verify that the policy you are trying to use is active and correctly configured. Ensure that it is applicable to the records you are trying to change.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the records you have selected for the mass change meet the criteria defined by the policy. You may need to adjust your selection to include only those records that are compatible with the policy.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific mass change process you are using to ensure that you are following the correct steps and using the appropriate policies.
  
  
  System Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the settings related to the policy and mass change functionality.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Testing: If possible, test the mass change with a smaller set of records or a different policy to isolate the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and found solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on mass changes and policies in the relevant module (e.g., Personnel Management, Organizational Management).
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the problem to SAP support for further assistance.