How To Fix MY_CATS_OFFLINE022 - Attendance/Absence type &1 does not have an hour unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MY_CATS_OFFLINE - Messages for CATS notebook Offline

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Attendance/Absence type &1 does not have an hour unit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MY_CATS_OFFLINE022 - Attendance/Absence type &1 does not have an hour unit ?

  The SAP error message MY_CATS_OFFLINE022 indicates that there is an issue with the attendance or absence type specified in the system. Specifically, it means that the attendance/absence type you are trying to use does not have an associated hour unit defined in the system. This can occur in the context of time management, particularly when dealing with the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) or other time recording functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The attendance/absence type (denoted by &1 in the error message) has not been configured to use an hour unit in the system.
  Incorrect Type Usage: The type being used may not be intended for time recording that requires hour units.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect attendance/absence type is selected.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for attendance and absence types in SAP. This can typically be found in the following path:
  
  SPRO > Personnel Management > Time Management > Attendance/Absence > Define Attendance/Absence Types.
  
  
  Ensure that the attendance/absence type in question is configured correctly and has an hour unit assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Hour Unit:
  
  If the attendance/absence type does not have an hour unit, you will need to assign one. This may involve editing the type to include the appropriate unit of measure (e.g., hours).
  
  
  
  Review Usage:
  
  Verify that the attendance/absence type being used is appropriate for the context in which it is being applied. If it is not meant to be recorded in hours, consider using a different type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the use of attendance and absence types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the entry again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or CAT2 (CATS Time Sheet) to check or enter attendance/absence records.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to attendance/absence types in the system.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Time Management for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MY_CATS_OFFLINE022 error and ensure that the attendance/absence types are correctly configured for use in your SAP system.