How To Fix RU293 - Actual work exceeds maximum work

RU293 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Actual work exceeds maximum work

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RU293 - Details

• The SAP error message RU293, which states "Actual work exceeds maximum work," typically occurs in the context of project management and resource planning within SAP. This error indicates that the actual work recorded for a task or project exceeds the maximum allowable work defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Exceeded Work Limits: The actual work logged for a specific task or project exceeds the maximum work limit set in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The project or task has a predefined maximum work limit that is lower than the actual work performed.
  There are incorrect entries in the timesheets or work logs.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The maximum work limits may not be configured correctly in the project settings or resource planning settings.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have mistakenly entered more hours than allowed, or there may be duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Maximum Work Settings:
  
  Check the project or task settings to verify the maximum work limit. This can usually