How To Fix RETMPE026 - Notice rule &1/&2: relative year not allowed for receipt of notice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RETMPE - Clauses for Validity Period

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Notice rule &1/&2: relative year not allowed for receipt of notice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RETMPE026 - Notice rule &1/&2: relative year not allowed for receipt of notice ?

  The SAP error message RETMPE026 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a notice rule in the system, specifically related to the use of relative years for the receipt of notices. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with notifications or compliance-related tasks.
  Cause:
  The error message "RETMPE026 Notice rule &1/&2: relative year not allowed for receipt of notice" is triggered when a notice rule is configured to use a relative year for the receipt of notices, which is not permitted in the current configuration. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The notice rule may have been set up incorrectly, allowing for relative years when the system does not support it.
  System Settings: The system settings or parameters may not allow for relative years in the context of the specific notice type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry where a relative year was mistakenly entered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RETMPE026 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Notice Rule Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the notice rule in question (using transaction code SPRO).
  Verify the settings for the receipt of notices and ensure that relative years are not being used. If they are, change them to absolute years or the appropriate format allowed by the system.
  
  
  
  Review Related Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to notice rules and their configurations to understand the allowed formats and settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to data entry, correct the entries to use absolute years or the correct format as required by the notice rule.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes or data corrections, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system version or configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), and others that may be used to manage notice rules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to RETMPE026 or notice rules that may provide additional context or solutions.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in setting up notice rules are adequately trained and have access to documentation that outlines the correct procedures and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.