How To Fix PYC_CONF_WB205 - Recurrence type is not allowed.

PYC_CONF_WB205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONF_WB -

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Recurrence type is not allowed.

What causes this issue?

The specified recurrence type is not allowed for the process. Possible
reasons are the following:
The specified recurrence type does not exist.
The specified parameter type is not allowed to be used as recurrence
type.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

A selection type is first of all a parameter type. Do the following in
Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PYC_PYD_DTL>Define Parameter Types</> under Customizing for
<ZH><ZK>Payroll International -> Payroll Control Center -> General
Settings</></>.
Check and make sure that the selection type exists as a parameter.
Make sure that the specified parameter is enabled for time selection.
That is, the <LS>Par. Type for time selection</> checkbox is selected on
the details page of the parameter.
Standard parameter type Payroll Period (PERIOD) and Off-cycle payroll
payment date (BONDT) can be used as references.

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_WB205 - Recurrence type is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONF_WB205 with the description "Recurrence type is not allowed" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or Controlling (CO) modules, particularly when dealing with planning or budgeting scenarios. This error indicates that the recurrence type specified in a planning or budgeting transaction is not valid or not allowed for the current configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Recurrence Type: The recurrence type you are trying to use may not be defined in the system or may not be allowed for the specific planning scenario you are working with.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not support the selected recurrence type due to settings in the controlling area or project settings.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect or unsupported recurrence type is selected.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Recurrence Type: Verify the recurrence type you are trying to use. Ensure that it is valid and supported in