How To Fix PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK054 - Process type &1 ctry. group &2 is different from its proc.template's &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK - Consistency check for PCC configuration

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Process type &1 ctry. group &2 is different from its proc.template's &2

What causes this issue?

Country grouping must be the same for process type and its process
template; Alternatively, the process template 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.PCC_1605_SIMP_PROCTP>Define Process Types</> to modify the
country grouping for process types. Use the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PYC_PYP_PT>Define Process Templates</> to modify the country
grouping for process templates.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK054 - Process type &1 ctry. group &2 is different from its proc.template's &2 ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK054 indicates that there is a mismatch between the country group defined for a specific process type and the country group defined in its associated process template. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Payroll or Time Management modules, where configuration settings must align correctly for processes to function as intended.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The country group assigned to a specific process type (e.g., payroll, time evaluation) does not match the country group defined in the corresponding process template.
  This mismatch can happen due to incorrect configuration settings or changes made to the process type or template without ensuring consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the process type in question. This can typically be found in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under the relevant module (e.g., Payroll).
  Verify the country group assigned to the process type.
  
  
  
  Check Process Template:
  
  Similarly, check the configuration of the process template associated with the process type.
  Ensure that the country group in the process template matches the one in the process type.
  
  
  
  Update Mismatched Settings:
  
  If you find a discrepancy, update the country group in either the process type or the process template to ensure they match.
  Save your changes and transport them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, run a test to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the process functions correctly.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made for future reference and to maintain a clear audit trail.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the IMG) or PE01 (to manage process templates) to navigate to the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to configuration settings in SAP.
  
  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.