How To Fix PSCD_FACTS_EN312 - You cannot change time dependency type for fact set &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSCD_FACTS_EN - FACTS

• Message number: 312

• Message text: You cannot change time dependency type for fact set &1

What causes this issue?

There is time-dependent data for this fact set stored in the system.
This change can only be performed if the change is from <LS>No Time
Dependency Allowed</> to <LS>Only Date</> or <LS>Date and Time Allowed
</>, or from <LS>Date Only</> to <LS>Date and Time Allowed</>. All
other changes would lead to data loss and are therefore not allowed.

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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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSCD_FACTS_EN312 - You cannot change time dependency type for fact set &1 ?

  The SAP error message PSCD_FACTS_EN312 indicates that you are trying to change the time dependency type for a fact set in the SAP system, but the system is preventing this action. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or SAP Convergent Invoicing (SAP CI), where fact sets are used to manage and analyze data related to billing and charging.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Data Integrity: The system enforces data integrity rules that prevent changes to the time dependency type of a fact set once it has been created. This is to ensure that existing data remains consistent and reliable.
  Dependencies: There may be existing dependencies or references to the fact set that would be affected by changing its time dependency type.
  Configuration Restrictions: The configuration settings in the system may restrict changes to certain attributes of fact sets after they have been defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Fact Set: Check the current configuration of the fact set you are trying to modify. Ensure that you understand its current time dependency type and the implications of changing it.
  
  
  Create a New Fact Set: If you need a different time dependency type, the recommended approach is to create a new fact set with the desired configuration instead of trying to modify the existing one.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependencies or references to the fact set that might be causing the restriction. If there are, you may need to address those dependencies first.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to fact sets and time dependency types for more detailed guidance on how to manage these configurations.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide specific guidance based on your system configuration and version.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to fact set management, such as those used for creating, modifying, or analyzing fact sets.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training resources or documentation that cover the management of fact sets and their configurations in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and manage your fact sets effectively within the SAP system.