How To Fix PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK038 - Process &1 and policy type &2 have different country groupings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK - Consistency check for PCC configuration

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Process &1 and policy type &2 have different country groupings

What causes this issue?

Country grouping must be the same for process and its assigned policy
type; Alternatively, the assigned policy type has the country grouping
*.

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?

Use the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PYC_PYP_VC_PROC>Define Processes</> to modify the country
grouping for processes. Use the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PCC_1605_SIMP_PLCTP>Define Policy Types</> to modify the
country grouping for policy types.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK038 - Process &1 and policy type &2 have different country groupings ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK038 indicates that there is a mismatch between the country groupings of a specific process and a policy type in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Payroll or Human Capital Management (HCM) modules, particularly when configuring payroll processes or policies.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The process (identified by &1) and the policy type (identified by &2) are assigned to different country groupings. 
  Country groupings are used in SAP to define specific rules and regulations that apply to payroll processing for different countries. If the process and policy type are not aligned in terms of their country groupings, the system cannot execute the payroll process correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for both the process and the policy type in the SAP system.
  Verify the country groupings assigned to both the process and the policy type.
  
  
  
  Align Country Groupings:
  
  If you find that the country groupings are indeed different, you will need to either:
  
  Change the country grouping of the process to match that of the policy type.
  Change the country grouping of the policy type to match that of the process.
  
  
  Ensure that both are set to the correct country grouping that applies to your organization’s payroll requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the payroll process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made for future reference and to maintain a clear audit trail.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Country Grouping: This is a classification in SAP that determines the payroll rules applicable to a specific country. Each country has its own grouping based on legal and regulatory requirements.
  SAP HCM Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in SAP HCM is crucial for managing payroll processes effectively.
  Error Handling: Familiarize yourself with common error messages in SAP and their resolutions to streamline troubleshooting in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.