How To Fix CATSXT058 - Basic data cannot be changed

CATSXT058 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CATSXT - Time Sheet

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Basic data cannot be changed

What causes this issue?

There are times/key figures that have been protected against changes.
This means that, for example, working time data has already been
approved, that according to Customizing, is not allowed to be changed.
Changes to the general data (e.g. task type, task level and/or
receiver/sender account assignment) would also affect the protected
times/key figures.

System Response

General data cannot be changed.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CATSXT058 - Basic data cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message CATSXT058 indicates that basic data in the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) cannot be changed. This typically occurs when you are trying to modify time entries or related data that are locked or have certain restrictions in place.
  Causes:
  
  Locked Entries: The time entry you are trying to modify may be locked due to approval processes or because it has already been processed in payroll.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the basic data.
  Status of the Entry: The entry may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., completed, approved).
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may restrict changes to basic data after a certain point in the workflow.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Entry Status: Verify the status of the time entry. If it is locked or completed, you may need to follow the appropriate process to unlock or revert the status.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you