How To Fix PYC_CONT170 - Error when getting generic persistence type: generic type is &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONT -

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Error when getting generic persistence type: generic type is &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_CONT170 - Error when getting generic persistence type: generic type is &1 ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONT170 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) module, particularly when there is an issue with the persistence type of a generic characteristic. This error indicates that the system is unable to retrieve the specified generic persistence type, which is often due to configuration or data inconsistencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The error may arise if the generic characteristic is not properly configured in the system. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the characteristic definition.
  Data Inconsistencies: If there are inconsistencies in the data related to the generic characteristic, such as missing entries in the database or issues with the data model, this error can occur.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and there were issues during the transport, it could lead to this error.
  Version Compatibility: Sometimes, the error can be related to version compatibility