How To Fix P2048 - Use the list entry function

P2048 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P2 - Messages for HR Time Management

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Use the list entry function

What causes this issue?

Weekly calendar screens with attendances and absences must be
maintained using the <PF>list entry</> function.

System Response

The system does not permit you to use the function you selected.

How to fix this error?

Please use the <PF>list entry</> function.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P2048 - Use the list entry function ?

  The SAP error message P2048 "Use the list entry function" typically occurs when a user attempts to enter data in a field that requires a selection from a predefined list of values, but the input does not match any of the available options. This can happen in various contexts, such as when entering data in a transaction or during configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user has entered a value that is not recognized by the system.
  Missing Entries: The required entries may not be available in the list, possibly due to configuration issues or missing master data.
  Field Settings: The field may be set to require a specific format or value that the user has not adhered to.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use the List Function: Click on the dropdown arrow or use the F4 key (or the equivalent function key for your system) to open the list of valid entries for that field. Select an appropriate value from