How To Fix ISU_S4H_C4C_UTIL_MSG258 - Cats record &1 maintained.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISU_S4H_C4C_UTIL_MSG -

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Cats record &1 maintained.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISU_S4H_C4C_UTIL_MSG258 - Cats record &1 maintained. ?

  The SAP error message ISU_S4H_C4C_UTIL_MSG258, which states "Cats record &1 maintained," typically relates to issues with the CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheet) records in the context of SAP IS-U (Utilities) and S/4HANA integration. This error can occur when there is an attempt to process or manipulate a CATS record that is already maintained or locked.
  Cause:
  
  Record Already Maintained: The error indicates that the CATS record you are trying to process (identified by &1) has already been maintained. This could mean that the record is already in use or has been updated by another process or user.
  Locking Issues: There may be a locking issue where the record is being accessed by another transaction or user, preventing your transaction from proceeding.
  Data Consistency: There might be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to reject further processing of the record.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Record Status: Verify the status of the CATS record in question. You can do this by navigating to the CATS transaction and checking if the record is already maintained or locked.
  Release Locks: If the record is locked, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has the record open to close it.
  Review Changes: If you are trying to make changes to a record, ensure that the changes are necessary and that you are not duplicating efforts.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to CATS and IS-U for any specific guidelines or known issues that might relate to your situation.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your process to manage situations where records are already maintained, possibly by checking the record status before attempting to update or create a new entry.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CATS for managing time sheets and IS-U related transactions for utilities management.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to maintain the record has the necessary authorizations to do so, as permission issues can also lead to errors.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.