How To Fix PYC_FRW109 - Step & has not been assigned parameter type PYP_PROC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_FRW - Payroll Control Center Framework

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Step & has not been assigned parameter type PYP_PROC

What causes this issue?

When you create your own step template, you must assign the following
input parameter types to it:
PYP_PROC (Process ID)
PYP_PROC_TEMPLATE (Process Template ID)
PYP_PROC_INST (Process Instance ID)
PYP_PROC_GRP_TEMPLATE (Process Step Group Template ID)
PYP_STEP_SORT_FIELD (Process Step Sequence No.)
By assigning these input parameter types to a step template, you enable
the system to find the process hierarchy for this step template.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_FRW109 - Step & has not been assigned parameter type PYP_PROC ?

  The SAP error message PYC_FRW109 indicates that a specific step in a process (denoted by Step &) has not been assigned a parameter type of PYP_PROC. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Profitability and Performance Management (PaPM) or similar modules where process steps are defined and executed.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Parameter Assignment: The step in question has not been properly configured to include the necessary parameter type PYP_PROC.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the process step may be incorrect or incomplete, leading to the system not recognizing it as a valid process step.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch or an issue with the transport of configuration settings from one environment to another (e.g., from development to production).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Step Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the process definition where the error occurred.
  Verify that the step in question is correctly configured and that it has been assigned the parameter type PYP_PROC.
  If it is missing, you will need to assign the correct parameter type to the step.
  
  
  
  Review Process Flow:
  
  Ensure that the process flow is correctly defined and that all necessary steps are included.
  Check for any dependencies or prerequisites that may not have been met.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the error occurred after a transport, check if all necessary objects and configurations were included in the transport request.
  If needed, re-transport the missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to the module you are working with for additional guidance on configuring process steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have taken to resolve it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PYC_FRW109 error in your SAP environment.