How To Fix PYC_CONF069 - Parent off-cycle process is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONF - Payroll Control Center Configuration

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Parent off-cycle process is not maintained

What causes this issue?

For each <LS>Planned Off-Cycle - Others (OO)</> process, a <LS>Planned
Off-Cycle - Productive Payroll (PO) </>process must be assigned as the
parent process.

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 PYC_CONF069 - Parent off-cycle process is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONF069 ("Parent off-cycle process is not maintained") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with off-cycle payroll runs. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a parent off-cycle process that is required for the current payroll operation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the necessary configuration for the parent off-cycle process has not been set up in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the configuration tables or incorrect settings.
  Incorrect Payroll Type: The payroll type being used for the off-cycle process may not be correctly linked to a parent process.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the payroll process, they may not be correctly referencing the required parent off-cycle process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the IMG under Payroll settings).
  Ensure that the parent off-cycle process is defined and correctly configured. This may involve checking the settings for off-cycle payroll runs and ensuring that all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  Maintain Off-Cycle Process:
  
  If the parent off-cycle process is missing, you may need to create or maintain it. This can involve defining the off-cycle payroll type and linking it to the appropriate parent process.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Types:
  
  Verify that the payroll type you are using for the off-cycle run is correctly configured and associated with the necessary parent process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to off-cycle payroll processing for any specific instructions or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run of the off-cycle payroll to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and making necessary adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the IMG) or PC00_MXX_CALC (to run payroll) to navigate through the configuration and payroll processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring off-cycle payroll processes.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on payroll processing and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the PYC_CONF069 error message in SAP.