How To Fix CATSBW120 - Simultaneous entry of days and hours

CATSBW120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CATSBW - CATS: Transfer Data from Time Sheet

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Simultaneous entry of days and hours

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CATSBW120 - Simultaneous entry of days and hours ?

  The SAP error message CATSBW120 ("Simultaneous entry of days and hours") typically occurs in the context of time recording in SAP, particularly when using the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) or similar time management functionalities. This error indicates that the system has detected an inconsistency in the way time is being entered, specifically that both days and hours are being entered for the same time entry, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to enter time in both days and hours for the same work period. For example, if a user enters 2 days and also tries to enter 4 hours for the same time entry, the system will trigger this error because it cannot process both units of time simultaneously.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that you are entering time in a consistent manner. Here are the steps to follow:
  
  
  Check Your Entries: Review the time entry