How To Fix LR162 - Data record number & cannot be processed

LR162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Data record number & cannot be processed

What causes this issue?

The system cannot process record number &V1& for one of the following
reasons:
There is no record on the database with the number &V1&.
There is a record on the database with the number &V1& but not with the
date &V2& that was copied to the interface.
You transferred a record with a status that is not allowed ("Changed
after approval" or "Canceled").

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the data that was transferred.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LR162 - Data record number & cannot be processed ?

  The SAP error message LR162, which states "Data record number & cannot be processed," typically occurs during the processing of data records in the context of logistics or data uploads, such as during the execution of a batch input session or when processing data in a specific module (like MM, SD, etc.).
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Format Issues: The data record may not conform to the expected format or structure. This could include missing mandatory fields, incorrect data types, or invalid values.
  Validation Errors: The data being processed may fail validation checks defined in the system. This could be due to business rules or constraints that are not met.
  Missing Master Data: The record may reference master data (like materials, vendors, or customers) that does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to process certain records.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database