How To Fix LR104 - Plant & from CATS does not match plant & for purchase order item

LR104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LR - CATS: Cross-Application Time Sheet

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Plant & from CATS does not match plant & for purchase order item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LR104 - Plant & from CATS does not match plant & for purchase order item ?

  The SAP error message LR104 indicates a mismatch between the plant specified in the CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheet) entry and the plant associated with the purchase order item. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to post time or expenses in CATS that do not correspond to the correct plant for the related purchase order.
  
  Cause:
  
  Plant Mismatch: The plant specified in the CATS entry does not match the plant defined in the purchase order item.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the CATS or the purchase order may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple data entry error where the wrong plant was selected in the CATS entry.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify CATS Entry: Check the CATS entry to ensure that the plant specified is correct. Make sure it matches the plant associated with the purchase order item.
  Check Purchase Order: Review the purchase order to confirm the