How To Fix PYC_CONF_WB018 - Semantic value &1 is deprecated for alert dependency.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONF_WB -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Semantic value &1 is deprecated for alert dependency.

What causes this issue?

You see this message because the semantic value for semantic category
<AB>PYD_NEED </>for the validation rule is not the ID of a filter
validation rule.
<ZH>Background</>
One validation rule Y can use another validation rule X as filter to
suppress the check results of Y. As a result, if an alert detected by Y
is already raised by validation rule X, the same alert will not be shown
by Y.
Prior to Configuration Workbench, this is implemented in Customizing
activity Define Check Types (under Customizing for <LS>Payroll ->
Payroll International -> Payroll Control Center -> Payroll Control
Center Configuration Simplification</>.)
For validation rule X, which is used as filter, assign the semantic
category <AB>PYD_CKFLTR </>and any pairing semantic value (for example,
ABCD).
For validation rule Y, which uses validation rule X as filter, assign
the semantic category <AB>PYD_NEED </>and the same pairing value (ABCD
in this case).
RESET N1
In Configuration Workbench, this is implemented by configuring alert
dependencies for validation rules:
Enable validation rule X as a filter by selecting the checkbox <LS>This
validation rule can be used by other validation rules to suppress raised
alerts </>on the <LS>Alert Dependencies </>tab page.
Add validation rule X in the alert dependencies of validation rule Y on
the <LS>Alert Dependencies </>tab page.
With Configuration Workbench, you no longer need to enter a pairing
value, but the validation rule ID is used automatically as the semantic
value for <AB>PYD_CKFLTR</> if the validation rule is used as a filter.

System Response

This custom-paring-value implementation in Customizing activity is now
deprecated with the introduction of Configuration Workbench. With
Configuration Workbench, the pairing value is by default the ID of the
filter validation rule.

How to fix this error?

Take the following steps:
RESET N1
Note down all the validation rules that are being used by validation
rule Y (<AB>PYD_NEED = ABCD</>) as filter are listed in the table
<LS>Don't raise an alert if any of the following validation rules has
already raised an alert</> in Configuration Workbench.
In Customizing activity <LS>Define Check Types </>(Types (under
Customizing for <LS>Payroll -> Payroll International -> Payroll Control
Center -> Payroll Control Center Configuration Simplification</>), for
each filter validation rule, change the semantic value of <AB>PYD_CKFLTR
</> <AB>= ABCD </>to <AB>PYD_CKFLTR</> <AB>= ID of filter validation
rule</>.
Back in Configuration Workbench (transaction code <AB>PYC_CONF_WB</>),
check and reassign the filter validation rules to validation rule Y.
The system changes the semantic value of <AB>PYD_NEED = ABCD</> for
validation rule Y to <AB>PYD_NEED = ID of each filter validation rule
</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_CONF_WB018 - Semantic value &1 is deprecated for alert dependency. ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONF_WB018 indicates that a semantic value you are trying to use in the context of alert dependency is deprecated. This typically means that the value you are using is no longer supported or recommended for use in the current version of the software.
  Cause:
  
  Deprecated Values: The semantic value you are using has been marked as deprecated in the system. This can happen due to updates or changes in the software where certain values are replaced with new ones.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration or updates to the system may have led to the deprecation of certain values.
  Version Mismatch: If you are using a value that was valid in an earlier version of SAP but is no longer valid in the current version, this error may occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or release notes for the version you are using to identify the new semantic values that should be used instead of the deprecated ones.
  Update Configuration: Replace the deprecated semantic value with the recommended or new value in your alert dependency configuration.
  Consult SAP Support: If you are unsure about which value to use, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting the SAP community for guidance.
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the alert dependency to confirm that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Version Upgrade: If you have recently upgraded your SAP system, review the upgrade documentation for any changes related to alert dependencies and semantic values.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message PYC_CONF_WB018 and ensure that your alert dependencies are configured correctly.