How To Fix PYC_CONF_WB069 - Semantic value &1 is deprecated for alert dependency.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONF_WB -

• Message number: 069

• 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.
Solution
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.
The <LS>Consistency Check for Existing Objects with Configuration
Workbench </>(<AB>PYC_SUPPORT_CWB_CONS_CHECK</>) report can update the
configuration by doing the following:
RESET N1
Find all the validation rules that are being used by validation rule Y (
<AB>PYD_NEED = ABCD</>) as filter.
The system checks all validation rules with <AB>PYD_CKFLTR</> <AB>= ABCD
</>.
Change the semantic value of <AB>PYD_NEED = ABCD</> for validation rule
Y to <AB>PYD_NEED = ID of each filter validation rule</>.
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</>.
<ZH>Result</>
Validation rule Y still uses validation rule X as filter. But now the
pairing semantic value is the ID of the filter validation rule X rather
than a custom semantic value. This is the required logic of
Configuration Workbench.

How to fix this error?

(Recommended) If you want the report to apply the abovementioned
solution for you, choose <LS>Apply Solution </>in the application
toolbar bar on the <LS>Display All Convertible Configurations </>page of
the report.
If you want to change the configuration by yourself, you can manually
edit alert dependencies for relevant validation rules in Configuration
Workbench or edit the semantic values of relevant validation rules in
Customizing activity <LS>Define Check Types</>.

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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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_CONF_WB069 - Semantic value &1 is deprecated for alert dependency. ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONF_WB069 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 Semantic Value: The specific semantic value you are using has been marked as deprecated in the system. This could be due to changes in the underlying data model or business logic.
  Version Upgrade: If your system has been recently upgraded, certain values may have been deprecated as part of the upgrade process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are outdated or not aligned with the current system requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Deprecated Value: Check the specific semantic value indicated by &1 in the error message. This will help you understand which value is causing the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or release notes for the version you are using to find out more about the deprecated value and its recommended alternatives.
  Update Configuration: Replace the deprecated semantic value with the recommended alternative. This may involve updating alert dependencies or other related configurations in your SAP system.
  Testing: After making the changes, test the alert dependency to ensure that it functions correctly without generating the error.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance on how to handle deprecated values and suggest best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on deprecated values.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same problem and can offer insights.
  System Documentation: Review your system's configuration documentation to ensure that all settings are up to date and compliant with the latest standards.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message PYC_CONF_WB069 and ensure that your alert dependencies are configured correctly.