How To Fix PYC_TM031 - Team criteria combination (&1&2&3) is already used by team &4.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_TM - Payroll Control Center Team Management

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Team criteria combination (&1&2&3) is already used by team &4.

What causes this issue?

Team criterion is the value of a team dimension. Each team must have a
unique team criteria combination. In other words, each team must have a
unique combination of values of all team dimensions so that the system
can distribute alerts to teams properly.

System Response

The team criteria combination is already used by another team.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that each team has a unique combination of team criteria.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_TM031 - Team criteria combination (&1&2&3) is already used by team &4. ?

  The SAP error message PYC_TM031 indicates that there is a conflict with the team criteria combination you are trying to use in the Team Management module. Specifically, it means that the combination of criteria (identified by placeholders &1, &2, &3) is already associated with another team (identified by &4). This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a team and the criteria you are using are already in use by an existing team.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Criteria Combination: The criteria combination you are trying to assign to a new or existing team is already assigned to another team in the system.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the same criteria from being used for multiple teams, which can lead to confusion and data inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Teams: Review the existing teams in the system to see which team is using the criteria combination. You can do this by navigating to the Team Management area and checking the details of the teams.
  Modify Criteria: If you need to create a new team, consider modifying the criteria combination you are trying to use. Change one or more of the criteria to ensure it is unique.
  Use Existing Team: If the existing team with the criteria combination is still relevant, consider using that team instead of creating a new one.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on team management and criteria combinations to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for team management, such as PYC_TM (Team Management).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify teams in the system, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  System Configuration: If you are an administrator, review the configuration settings for team management to ensure they align with your organization's requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.