How To Fix AJ424 - You are not allowed to enter a time category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 424

• Message text: You are not allowed to enter a time category

What causes this issue?

If you have not entered an adjustment in the <LS>Adjust price blocks</>
field, you cannot enter a time category.

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?

INCLUDE ISU_KORR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ424 - You are not allowed to enter a time category ?

  The SAP error message AJ424 ("You are not allowed to enter a time category") typically occurs in the context of time management or time recording in SAP, particularly when dealing with time sheets or attendance records. This error indicates that the user is attempting to enter a time category that is not permitted based on the configuration or user authorizations.
  Causes:
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to enter specific time categories. This can be due to role restrictions or missing authorizations in the user's profile.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The time categories may not be properly configured in the system. This could include settings in the time management module that restrict certain categories for specific employee groups or organizational units.
  
  
  Employee Group Restrictions: Certain time categories may be restricted for specific employee groups or types, leading to this error when an unauthorized user tries to enter time against those categories.
  
  
  Time Type Settings: The time type settings in the system may not allow for the entry of the specific time category being attempted.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Review the user's authorization profile to ensure they have the necessary permissions to enter the time category in question. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction codes like PFCG (Profile Generator) or SU53 (Authorization Check).
  
  
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP HR or time management consultant to review the configuration settings for time categories. This includes checking the settings in the time management module (e.g., transaction codes like PT01, PT02, or customizing settings in SPRO).
  
  
  Adjust Employee Group Settings: If the issue is related to employee group restrictions, ensure that the employee group associated with the user is allowed to enter the specific time category.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on time category configurations and restrictions.
  
  
  Testing: If changes are made to authorizations or configurations, conduct tests to ensure that the user can now enter the time category without encountering the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PT60 (Time Evaluation), and PTMW (Time Management Workbench) for managing time data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering time and the implications of different time categories.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.