How To Fix CATSXT070 - Maximum smaller minimum

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CATSXT - Time Sheet

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Maximum smaller minimum

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CATSXT070 - Maximum smaller minimum ?

  The SAP error message CATSXT070 "Maximum smaller minimum" typically occurs in the context of the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) when there is a discrepancy between the maximum and minimum values set for a time entry or a related configuration. This error indicates that the maximum value defined is less than the minimum value, which is logically inconsistent.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Error: The error often arises from incorrect configuration settings in the CATS system, where the maximum limit for a time entry is set lower than the minimum limit.
  Data Entry Error: It can also occur if a user attempts to enter a time value that exceeds the defined limits, leading to a conflict between the maximum and minimum values.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or developments in the CATS module, they might inadvertently cause this error by not adhering to the defined limits.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for CATS in the SAP system.
  Verify the settings for maximum and minimum values for time entries. Ensure that the maximum value is greater than or equal to the minimum value.
  Adjust the configuration as necessary to correct any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Review Time Entries:
  
  If the error is due to user input, review the time entries being submitted.
  Ensure that the values entered do not exceed the defined maximum or fall below the minimum limits.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring CATS settings correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that time entries can be processed without issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking configurations and entries, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CATS or CAT2 to access the time sheet entries and configurations.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to time entries and configurations.
  Documentation: Keep documentation of any changes made to configurations for future reference and troubleshooting.
  
  By addressing the configuration and data entry aspects, you should be able to resolve the CATSXT070 error effectively.