How To Fix 72223 - Only "hours" or "days" are permitted.

72223 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 72 - Message Class for Time Management Reports

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Only "hours" or "days" are permitted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72223 - Only "hours" or "days" are permitted. ?

  The SAP error message 72223, which states "Only 'hours' or 'days' are permitted," typically occurs in the context of time-related fields where the system expects a specific format or unit of time. This error can arise in various transactions or modules, such as time management, project management, or when entering time-related data.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered when:
  
  Incorrect Time Unit: The user has entered a time value using an unsupported unit (e.g., minutes, weeks, etc.) instead of the allowed units (hours or days).
  Field Configuration: The field in which the time is being entered may be configured to accept only certain units, and the input does not comply with this configuration.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error or misunderstanding regarding the expected input format.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the time values you are entering are in the correct format. Use only