How To Fix PYC_CONF_WB142 - Solution &1 is used by validation rules.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONF_WB -

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Solution &1 is used by validation rules.

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete the solution because it is used by validation rules.
If you want to delete the solution, remove it from validation rules that
use this solution first.

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?

To remove a solution from a validation rule, take the following steps:
Go to Configuration Workbench (transaction code <AB>PYC_CONF_WB</>). Or
you can access Configuration Workbench from SAP Easy Access menu under
<LS>Human Resources -> Payroll -> International -> Tools -> Payroll
Control Center -> Configuration Workbench</>.
In the left panel in Configuration Workbench, choose Validation Rule
from the dropdown list and double-click the validation rule.
Choose Solution tab page.
In Edit mode, select a solution that you want to remove from the
validation rule and choose the Delete Row icon.
Save your changes.
After you remove the solution from all validation rules that use it, you
can come back to this Customizing activity <LS>Define Solutions </>under
Customizing for <LS>Payroll International -> Payroll Control Center ->
Payroll Control Center Configuration Simplification -> Maintain
Additional Information for Check Types and Solutions</> to delete the
solution.

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_WB142 - Solution &1 is used by validation rules. ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONF_WB142 typically indicates that a specific solution (or configuration) is being used by validation rules in the context of SAP Profitability and Cost Management (PCM) or similar modules. This error often arises when there is an attempt to delete or modify a solution that is still in use by existing validation rules.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the solution you are trying to modify or delete is currently referenced by one or more validation rules. In SAP, validation rules are used to ensure that the data being processed meets certain criteria, and if a solution is tied to these rules, it cannot be removed or altered without first addressing the dependencies.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check which validation rules are using the solution in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP and reviewing the validation rules associated with the solution.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Validation Rules:
  
  If you need to delete or modify the solution, you will first need to either modify the validation rules to remove the dependency on the solution or delete the validation rules if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Action:
  
  Once the validation rules have been adjusted or removed, you can then attempt to modify or delete the solution again.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Backup:
  
  Before making changes, ensure that you have proper documentation and backups of your configurations. This will help you revert back if needed.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes or updates related to this error message. There may be additional guidance or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Profitability and Cost Management for detailed information on validation rules and solutions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you navigate to the configuration areas for validation rules and solutions (e.g., transaction codes related to PCM).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your solutions and validation rules effectively.