How To Fix CATS_ESA_PROXY008 - Invalid combination of CategoryCode &1 and TypeCode &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CATS_ESA_PROXY - Messages for CATS proxies

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Invalid combination of CategoryCode &1 and TypeCode &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CATS_ESA_PROXY008 - Invalid combination of CategoryCode &1 and TypeCode &2. ?

  The SAP error message CATS_ESA_PROXY008 indicates that there is an invalid combination of CategoryCode and TypeCode in the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to recognize the combination of the specified category and type codes during the time entry process.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The combination of CategoryCode and TypeCode may not be configured correctly in the system. This can happen if the codes are not linked properly in the CATS configuration.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered an incorrect or unsupported combination of codes while trying to record time.
  Missing Entries: The required entries for the specified codes may not exist in the system, leading to the error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to use certain combinations of codes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the CATS configuration settings in SAP and verify that the CategoryCode and TypeCode are correctly defined and linked.
  Ensure that the combination you are trying to use is valid and exists in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Validate Input:
  
  Double-check the values entered for CategoryCode and TypeCode to ensure they are correct.
  Make sure that the codes are valid and applicable for the specific time entry you are trying to record.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources to understand the valid combinations of CategoryCode and TypeCode for your specific scenario.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the specified codes. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made to the configuration, test the time entry process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CAT2 (CATS: Time Sheet) or CATS_APPR (CATS: Approval) to enter or approve time entries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP helpdesk for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CATS_ESA_PROXY008 error message.