How To Fix PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK011 - Process template category must be Monitoring if Event Handler is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK - Consistency check for PCC configuration

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Process template category must be Monitoring if Event Handler is active

What causes this issue?

The Event Handler Enabled checkbox is selected for this process.
However, for Event Handler to work, the process must be assigned to a
process template of the Monitoring category.

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 use Event Handler for the process, assign a Monitoring
process template to the process using the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PYC_D_PYPTE>Assign Process Templates to Processes</>.You can
check process template category in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PYC_PYP_PT>Define Process Templates</>.
For more information about the Event Handler feature, see
<DS:RE.PYC_EVENT_HANDLER>Event Handler report documentation</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK011 - Process template category must be Monitoring if Event Handler is active ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK011 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the process template category in the context of event handling within the SAP system. Specifically, it states that if an Event Handler is active, the process template category must be set to "Monitoring."
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  An Event Handler is activated for a process template, but the category of that process template is not set to "Monitoring."
  The system expects that if an Event Handler is in use, the process template should be configured to monitor events, which is a requirement for proper functioning.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the process template category is correctly set. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Access the Process Template Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  Navigate to the section where process templates are defined.
  
  
  
  Check the Process Template:
  
  Identify the process template that is causing the error.
  Check the configuration settings for this template.
  
  
  
  Change the Category:
  
  If the category is not set to "Monitoring," change it to "Monitoring."
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Deactivate and Reactivate the Event Handler (if necessary):
  
  Sometimes, it may be necessary to deactivate the Event Handler and then reactivate it after making the changes to the process template.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Event Handlers: These are used in SAP to trigger specific actions based on certain events occurring within the system. They are often used in conjunction with process templates to automate workflows.
  Process Templates: These define the structure and behavior of processes in SAP. The category of a process template determines how it interacts with other components, including Event Handlers.
  Monitoring Category: This category is specifically designed for processes that require oversight and tracking, which is essential when using Event Handlers.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.