How To Fix PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK020 - KPI &3 of KPI class &2 in process &1 has incorrect input parameters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK - Consistency check for PCC configuration

• Message number: 020

• Message text: KPI &3 of KPI class &2 in process &1 has incorrect input parameters

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

In Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PYD_FRW_1>Create Data Source Types</>, make sure that the KPI
(data source type of category KP) is assigned only the following input
parameter types:
PYP_PROC: Fixed and Mandatory
PYP_PROC_INST: Mandatory

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 PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK020 - KPI &3 of KPI class &2 in process &1 has incorrect input parameters ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK020 indicates that there is an issue with the input parameters for a Key Performance Indicator (KPI) in a specific process. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or similar modules where KPIs are used to evaluate business performance.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the KPI defined in the system has incorrect or invalid input parameters. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The KPI might be configured incorrectly in the system, leading to mismatched or invalid parameters.
  Missing Data: Required data for the KPI calculation might be missing or not properly set up in the relevant master data or transaction data.
  Incompatible Data Types: The data types of the input parameters may not match the expected types defined in the KPI configuration.
  Changes in Data Structure: If there have been recent changes to the data structure or the underlying tables, it may affect the KPI calculations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check KPI Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the KPI in question. Verify that all input parameters are correctly defined and that they match the expected data types and formats.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary data for the KPI is available and correctly populated in the system. Check for any missing or incomplete records in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Review Process Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the process (&1) mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly configured to work with the KPI class (&2) and that all dependencies are satisfied.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  If possible, run a test with sample data to see if the KPI calculates correctly. This can help identify if the issue is with specific data entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific KPI and its expected input parameters.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may have additional insights or tools to diagnose the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  KPI Classes: Understanding the different KPI classes and their configurations can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to KPI configuration and analysis, such as KOB1, KSB1, or KE30, depending on your specific SAP module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK020.