How To Fix PYC_FRW147 - Process authority object ID &1 has already been used by process &2

PYC_FRW147 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_FRW - Payroll Control Center Framework

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Process authority object ID &1 has already been used by process &2

What causes this issue?

The system uses the process authority ID to grant process-level
authorizations to users. Therefore, the process authority ID should be
unique. For more information about process authority ID, see
<DS:DE.PYC_PREFIX>documentation for the process authority ID</>.

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?

Enter a different authority ID prefix for the process.

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_FRW147 - Process authority object ID &1 has already been used by process &2 ?

  The SAP error message PYC_FRW147 indicates that a process authority object ID has already been used by another process. This typically occurs in the context of process management or workflow in SAP, particularly in the area of financials or controlling.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A process authority object (which is a unique identifier for a specific process or task) is being reused or referenced in a way that is not allowed.
  The system has a restriction that prevents the same authority object from being assigned to multiple processes simultaneously.
  There may be a configuration issue or a logical error in the way processes are being defined or executed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Process Definitions: Review the definitions of the processes involved. Ensure that each process has a unique authority object ID and that there are no overlaps.
  
  
  Review Process Instances: Look for any existing instances of the process that may