How To Fix CATS_SSC_MSG009 - Data entry profile variant &1 not found.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CATS_SSC_MSG - CATS: Data Entry Profile fields validation messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Data entry profile variant &1 not found.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CATS_SSC_MSG009 - Data entry profile variant &1 not found. ?

  The SAP error message CATS_SSC_MSG009 indicates that the data entry profile variant specified in the system is not found. This error typically occurs in the context of the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) when users attempt to enter time data or access a specific profile that has not been defined or is incorrectly referenced.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profile Variant: The specified data entry profile variant does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The profile variant may have been deleted or not properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified profile variant.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the profile variant name when it is being called.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Variants:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for CATS and verify if the profile variant exists.
  Use transaction code CATS or SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings.
  Ensure that the profile variant is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Profile Variant:
  
  If the profile variant does not exist, create a new one with the required settings.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it to meet the necessary requirements.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the profile variant.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the name of the profile variant being used in the transaction to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring and managing CATS profile variants.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CATS: Cross-Application Time Sheet entry.
  SPRO: Customizing settings for SAP.
  SU53: Display authorization check.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CATS_SSC_MSG009 and ensure that the data entry profile variant is correctly set up in your SAP system.