How To Fix HRTIM00CATS106 - You have entered a purchase order item which is not a service item

HRTIM00CATS106 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00CATS - CATS Messages that Are Also Used in HR

• Message number: 106

• Message text: You have entered a purchase order item which is not a service item

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HRTIM00CATS106 - Details

• The SAP error message HRTIM00CATS106 indicates that you are trying to enter a purchase order item in the time management or CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheet) module that is not classified as a service item. This typically occurs when you are attempting to record time or expenses against a purchase order item that is not set up to accept such entries.
  
  Cause:
  
  Item Type: The purchase order item you are trying to reference is not defined as a service item in the system. Service items are typically used for time recording and related activities.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the purchase order item may not allow for time entry or may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Incorrect PO Reference: You may have mistakenly selected a non-service item (like a material or product) instead of a service item.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Purchase Order Item: Verify that the purchase order item you are trying to use is