How To Fix CATSBW124 - Length of time unit text must not exceed 8 characters

CATSBW124 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Length of time unit text must not exceed 8 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CATSBW124 - Length of time unit text must not exceed 8 characters ?

  The SAP error message CATSBW124 indicates that the length of the time unit text you are trying to enter exceeds the maximum allowed limit of 8 characters. This error typically occurs in the context of time management or time recording functionalities within SAP, such as when working with time units in the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) or similar modules.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to input a time unit text (like hours, days, etc.) that is longer than the permitted 8 characters. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a time unit with a description that exceeds the character limit.
  There is a configuration or data entry error where the text is not properly truncated or formatted.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Input: Review the time unit text you are trying to enter. Ensure that it does not exceed 8 characters. If it