How To Fix PYC_CONF_WB008 - Make sure that only one alert type is assigned to the validation rule.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONF_WB -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Make sure that only one alert type is assigned to the validation rule.

What causes this issue?

More than one result parameter has been assigned to the validation rule
as alert type in the Customizing activity <LS>Define Check Types</>.

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?

In Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PCC_1605_SIMP_CHKTP>Define Check Types</> (under Customizing
for Payroll International -> Payroll Control Center -> Payroll Control
Center Configuration Simplification), take the following steps:
Find the validation rule (also called check type).
Select the checkbox before the validation rule and choose <LS>Assign
Result Type Parameter</> in the left panel.
Check and make sure that only one result parameter is assigned to the
validation rule.
Save your changes.

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_WB008 - Make sure that only one alert type is assigned to the validation rule. ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONF_WB008 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of validation rules in the SAP system, specifically related to the assignment of alert types. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or similar modules where validation rules are used to ensure data integrity and compliance with business rules.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a validation rule is assigned more than one alert type. In SAP, each validation rule should be linked to a single alert type to avoid conflicts and ensure that the system can properly manage alerts related to that rule. Having multiple alert types assigned to a single validation rule can lead to confusion and incorrect processing of alerts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error PYC_CONF_WB008, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Validation Rule Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP where validation rules are defined. This is typically found under the customizing settings