How To Fix PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK036 - Step context parameter &1 has a different value in step &2 for process &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK - Consistency check for PCC configuration

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Step context parameter &1 has a different value in step &2 for process &3

What causes this issue?

Parameter values of payroll steps context for a process type in
Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PCC_1605_SIMP_PROCTP>Define Process Types</> must be exactly
the same as the parameter values of input parameters of the process
steps in the output screen of
<DS:TRAN.PYC_STEP_GES>Generate Process Steps report</>.

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?

Make sure that the parameter values of payroll steps context for a
process type in Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PCC_1605_SIMP_PROCTP>Define Process Types</> are the same as
the parameter values of input parameters of the process steps in the
output screen of
<DS:TRAN.PYC_STEP_GES>Generate Process Steps report</>.

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_CHECK036 - Step context parameter &1 has a different value in step &2 for process &3 ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK036 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the context parameters used in different steps of a process. Specifically, it means that the value of a context parameter in one step is different from the value of the same parameter in another step within the same process. This can lead to inconsistencies and errors during the execution of the process.
  Cause:
  The primary causes of this error can include:
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: Different steps in the process may have been configured with different values for the same context parameter, leading to conflicts.
  Manual Changes: If a user manually changes the context parameter in one step without updating it in others, this error can occur.
  Process Design Issues: The design of the process may not have accounted for the need for consistent parameter values across steps.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Identify the Steps: Review the error message to identify the specific steps and the context parameter that is causing the issue.
  Check Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the process and check the values of the context parameter in each of the identified steps.
  Standardize Values: Ensure that the context parameter has the same value across all relevant steps. Update the configuration as necessary to maintain consistency.
  Test the Process: After making the changes, test the process to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the process runs smoothly.
  Documentation: Document the changes made to the configuration to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Process Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific process to understand the intended configuration and any dependencies between steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your SAP processes run without inconsistencies.