How To Fix PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK060 - Process type &1 does not match its policy type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK - Consistency check for PCC configuration

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Process type &1 does not match its policy type &2

What causes this issue?

The process type and its assigned policy types must have the following
same attributes.
Country grouping (MOLGA)
Country grouping for policy types can be *, while country grouping for a
process type cannot be *.
Instance selection parameter
Time selection parameter

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?

Check, and modify if necessary, the attibutes of policy type &v2& in the
Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PCC_1605_SIMP_PLCTP>Define Policy Types</>.
Check, and modify if necessary, the attributes of process type &v1& in
the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PCC_1605_SIMP_PROCTP>Define Process Types</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK060 - Process type &1 does not match its policy type &2 ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK060 indicates that there is a mismatch between the process type defined in the configuration and the policy type that is expected. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Profitability and Cost Management (PCM) or similar modules where processes and policies are defined for managing costs and profitability.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The process type (e.g., a specific type of cost center, internal order, etc.) that you are trying to use does not align with the policy type that has been set up in the system.
  There may be a configuration issue where the process type is not correctly assigned to the corresponding policy type.
  The data being processed may not conform to the expected structure or rules defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Profitability Analysis, Cost Center Accounting).
  Verify that the process type you are using is correctly configured and matches the expected policy type.
  
  
  
  Review Policy Settings:
  
  Check the policy settings in the system to ensure that they are correctly defined and that the process type is included in the policy.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the data being processed is consistent with the defined process and policy types. This may involve checking master data or transaction data for discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring process types and policy types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in SAP configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or SE11 for data dictionary checks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.