How To Fix CATSXT020 - Invalid processing mode - only "C" or "D" allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CATSXT - Time Sheet

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Invalid processing mode - only "C" or "D" allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CATSXT020 - Invalid processing mode - only "C" or "D" allowed ?

  The SAP error message CATSXT020 indicates that there is an issue with the processing mode specified in the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) system. This error occurs when an invalid processing mode is used; only "C" (for Create) or "D" (for Delete) are allowed.
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following:
  
  Incorrect Processing Mode: The processing mode specified in the CATS transaction is neither "C" nor "D". This could happen due to a manual entry error or a programmatic issue if the processing mode is being set dynamically.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that interact with CATS, they may be incorrectly setting the processing mode.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being migrated into CATS from another system, the processing mode may not be set correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CATSXT020 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Processing Mode: Ensure that the processing mode being used is either "C" or "D". If you are entering this manually, double-check your input.
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that the processing mode is being set correctly. Look for any hardcoded values or logic that might lead to an invalid mode being set.
  
  
  Data Validation: If you are migrating data, validate the data being imported into CATS to ensure that the processing mode is correctly specified.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to see where the processing mode is being set and why it might be invalid.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the CATS processing modes and their valid values.
  
  
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is occurring in a production environment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheet): This is a tool in SAP that allows employees to record their working hours and other time-related data.
  Processing Modes: In CATS, the processing modes are typically defined as follows:
  
  C: Create new entries.
  D: Delete existing entries.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CATS or CAT2, which are used for time entry and management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the CATSXT020 error.