How To Fix PYC_CONT234 - This is not an Employee Central Payroll system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONT -

• Message number: 234

• Message text: This is not an Employee Central Payroll system

What causes this issue?

The solution uses the variable SYSTEM_EC. This means the solution is
relevant for Employee Central Payroll, but your system is not an
Employee Central Payroll system.

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?

Contact your consultant or system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check and change the variable used by the solution by using the
Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.PYC_SP46_SOLUTION>Define Solutions</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_CONT234 - This is not an Employee Central Payroll system ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONT234, which states "This is not an Employee Central Payroll system," typically occurs in the context of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) when there is an attempt to access or process payroll-related functionalities that are not configured or supported in the current system setup.
  Cause:
  
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured as an Employee Central Payroll system. This could happen if the necessary components or configurations for ECP are not activated.
  Integration Issues: There may be issues with the integration between Employee Central and the Payroll system, leading to the system not recognizing it as an ECP.
  Incorrect Environment: The user might be trying to access payroll functionalities in a non-ECP environment, such as a standard SAP HCM system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check System Configuration: Verify that the system is indeed set up as an Employee Central Payroll system. This includes checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Review Integration Settings: Ensure that the integration between Employee Central and Payroll is correctly configured. This may involve checking middleware settings or integration points.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guides specific to Employee Central Payroll to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed for setup.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and setup of your system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Training and Resources: Consider training resources or workshops on Employee Central Payroll to better understand the system and its requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.