How To Fix /MERP/HR_OMDO001 - Invalid input data for CATS timesheet entity &

/MERP/HR_OMDO001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MERP/HR_OMDO -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Invalid input data for CATS timesheet entity &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MERP/HR_OMDO001 - Invalid input data for CATS timesheet entity & ?

  The SAP error message /MERP/HR_OMDO001 Invalid input data for CATS timesheet entity typically occurs in the context of the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) module when there is an issue with the data being submitted for time recording. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect or incomplete data, configuration issues, or inconsistencies in the data being processed.
  Causes:
  
  
  Invalid Data Entries: The timesheet may contain invalid or incorrect entries, such as:
  
  Incorrect employee ID or personnel number.
  Invalid work order or project codes.
  Incorrect time entries (e.g., negative hours, hours exceeding limits).
  
  
  
  Missing Required Fields: Certain mandatory fields may not be filled out in the timesheet, leading to this error.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the CATS module or the related infotypes.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to submit the timesheet.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data between different modules (e.g., HR and