How To Fix C7082 - Time units exist that are smaller and larger/equal to the day

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C7 - Scheduling

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Time units exist that are smaller and larger/equal to the day

What causes this issue?

You have defined time units smaller and larger/equal to DAY as the
default values.

System Response

All operation time segments are scheduled in the same time unit. This
unit is specified as the largest of all the time units.
The durations calculated using formulas are converted using the global
units of measure from Customizing into this largest time unit (24 hours
corresponds, for example, to one day). Because the largest time unit is
larger than/equal to DAY, durations that were calculated in a unit
smaller than DAY are scheduled to the day exactly (in other words,
taking no account of shifts).

How can this happen?

The duration of a time segment is calculated as 24 hours. For an
operating time of 8 hours a day, this duration is scheduled over 3 days
if the largest time unit is smaller than DAY.
However, if the largest time unit is larger than/equal to DAY, the 24
hours are converted to 1 day according to Customizing, so that the
duration is scheduled over exactly one day.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the scheduling results match your requirements and, where
necessary, maintain the default units of measure that are smaller than
DAY or larger than/equal to DAY. If required, maintain a new time unit,
such as 1 work day = 8 hours.
See also consulting note 150007.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C7082 - Time units exist that are smaller and larger/equal to the day ?

  The SAP error message C7082 indicates that there is a conflict in the time units being used in a particular context, such as when defining time-related data in a configuration or transaction. Specifically, it suggests that there are time units that are both smaller than a day (e.g., hours, minutes, seconds) and larger than or equal to a day (e.g., days, weeks) being used simultaneously, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Time Units: The error typically arises when a time-related field or configuration is set up with conflicting units. For example, if you are trying to define a duration or a time frame that mixes hours and days, SAP will throw this error.
  Configuration Issues: This can also occur in custom configurations or when setting up time-related parameters in various modules (like HR, Project Management, etc.).
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter values in different time units that are incompatible.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Time Unit Settings: Check the configuration or data entry where the error is occurring. Ensure that all time units are consistent. For example, if you are using days, do not mix in hours or minutes.
  Adjust Time Parameters: If you need to specify a duration, convert all time units to the same scale (e.g., convert everything to hours or everything to days).
  Check Custom Code: If this error arises from custom development, review the code to ensure that time units are being handled consistently.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected time unit configurations.
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may need to look into specific transaction codes related to time management, project management, or HR modules.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By ensuring that all time units are consistent and correctly configured, you should be able to resolve the C7082 error in SAP.