How To Fix PSCD_FACTS_EN308 - You cannot change fact type for fact set &1/sequence &2; see long text

PSCD_FACTS_EN308 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSCD_FACTS_EN - FACTS

• Message number: 308

• Message text: You cannot change fact type for fact set &1/sequence &2; see long text

What causes this issue?

There are values for this fact set stored in the system. This is why you
cannot change this fact 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?

If you want to change this fact type, you first have to delete all
existing values. You have to keep in mind that this fact type might be
used in different fact sets.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSCD_FACTS_EN308 - You cannot change fact type for fact set &1/sequence &2; see long text ?

  The SAP error message PSCD_FACTS_EN308 indicates that there is an issue with changing the fact type for a specific fact set and sequence in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of the Public Sector Collections and Disbursements (PSCD) module, which deals with financial transactions and data management.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to change the fact type of a fact set that is already defined in the system. This could be due to several reasons:
  
  Data Integrity: The system enforces data integrity rules that prevent changes to certain attributes of existing records, such as fact types, to maintain consistency.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other data objects that prevent the modification of the fact type.
  Status of the Fact Set: The fact set may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it may be locked or finalized).
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following