How To Fix HCM_CATS_TS_MSG019 - Please select the Billing Control Category as '&1' for PO &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HCM_CATS_TS_MSG - Message Class for Tetris Based Time Sheet

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Please select the Billing Control Category as '&1' for PO &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCM_CATS_TS_MSG019 - Please select the Billing Control Category as '&1' for PO &2 ?

  The SAP error message HCM_CATS_TS_MSG019 typically occurs in the context of the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) when there is an issue related to the billing control category for a Purchase Order (PO). This error indicates that the system requires a specific billing control category to be selected for the specified PO.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The billing control category for the specified PO is not configured correctly in the system.
  Incorrect PO Assignment: The PO may not be assigned to the correct billing control category that is expected by the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the billing control category is not selected or is incorrectly specified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check PO Configuration:
  
  Go to the Purchase Order in question and check the configuration settings related to billing control categories.
  Ensure that the billing control category is correctly assigned to the PO.
  
  
  
  Review Billing Control Categories:
  
  Verify the available billing control categories in your system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Ensure that the billing control category you are trying to use is valid and active.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If you are entering data manually, double-check that you have selected the correct billing control category for the PO.
  Make sure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling billing control categories and POs.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HCM and CATS for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view the PO details and configuration.
  Customizing Settings: The billing control categories can be configured in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under the relevant modules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.