How To Fix PYC_FRW408 - Process assigned to different categories of proc. templates in the period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_FRW - Payroll Control Center Framework

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Process assigned to different categories of proc. templates in the period

What causes this issue?

For the specified period, the process has multiple process template
assignments, and these process templates belong in different categories.

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?

Make sure that for the specified period for which you want to run the
report, the process is assigned to one process template, or more than
one process template of the same category.
To change process template assignments for the process, use the
Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PYC_D_PYPTE>Assign Process Templates to Processes</>.
To check or change process template category, use the Customizing
activity <DS:SIMG.PYC_PYP_PT>Define Process Templates</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_FRW408 - Process assigned to different categories of proc. templates in the period ?

  The SAP error message PYC_FRW408 indicates that there is a conflict in the assignment of processes to different categories of process templates within a specific period. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or similar modules where process templates are used to categorize and manage financial data.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Assignments: The error usually arises when a process is assigned to more than one category of process templates for the same period. This can happen if there are overlapping configurations or if the same process is mistakenly categorized under different templates.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings for the process templates, leading to conflicts.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual errors during data entry or configuration can also lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Process Assignments: Check the assignments of the processes to ensure that each process is only assigned to one category of process templates for the specified period. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Adjust Configuration: If you find that a process is incorrectly assigned to multiple categories, adjust the configuration to ensure that each process is uniquely assigned to a single category for the period in question.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly configure process templates and their assignments.
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration in a development or test environment before applying it to the production environment to ensure that the issue is resolved without introducing new errors.
  Seek Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KEDR (for CO-PA) or other related transaction codes that allow you to view and manage process templates and their assignments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the PYC_FRW408 error and implement a solution to resolve it.