How To Fix CATSXT047 - Activity type is not permitted in derivation & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CATSXT - Time Sheet

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Activity type is not permitted in derivation & & &

What causes this issue?

The activity type is not permitted.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CATSXT047 - Activity type is not permitted in derivation & & & ?

  The SAP error message CATSXT047, which states "Activity type is not permitted in derivation," typically occurs in the context of the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) when there is an issue with the configuration of activity types in relation to the derivation rules set up in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Activity Type Configuration: The activity type you are trying to use may not be configured correctly in the system. It might not be assigned to the relevant cost center or internal order.
  Derivation Rules: The derivation rules for the time entry may not include the specified activity type, or the rules may not be set up to allow for the derivation of that activity type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified activity type.
  Project or Cost Center Status: The project or cost center associated with the activity type may be inactive or not allowed for the current period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for activity types in SAP (Transaction code: OOKA or similar).
  Ensure that the activity type is correctly assigned to the relevant cost center or internal order.
  
  
  
  Review Derivation Rules:
  
  Check the derivation rules in the CATS configuration (Transaction code: CATS).
  Ensure that the activity type is included in the derivation rules and that the rules are correctly set up to allow for its use.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the activity type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Check Project/Cost Center Status:
  
  Ensure that the project or cost center associated with the activity type is active and available for the current period. You can check this in the project management or controlling module.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to the error message CATSXT047.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheet), OOKA (Activity Type Configuration), and others that may be useful for configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP CATS and configuration.