How To Fix RU403 - The time event was already reported for order &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 403

• Message text: The time event was already reported for order &

What causes this issue?

An already existing time event was transferred again to processing.

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

System Response

At any one time only one time event can exist for any operation or
person.

How to fix this error?

You can delete time events using <LS>Confirmation -> PDC ->
Rework</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU403 - The time event was already reported for order & ?

  The SAP error message RU403 ("The time event was already reported for order &") typically occurs in the context of time management or production order processing within SAP. This error indicates that a time event (such as start, end, or confirmation of work) has already been recorded for a specific order, and the system does not allow duplicate entries for the same time event.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the time event you are trying to report has already been recorded for the specified order.
  Incorrect Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow further time events to be reported.
  User Error: The user may have mistakenly attempted to report the same time event multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Time Events: Review the time events that have already been reported for the order. You can do this by checking the order history or using transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) or CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheet).
  Correct the Entry: If you find that the time event has already been reported, you may need to correct your entry or adjust the existing time event instead of trying to report it again.
  Change Order Status: If the order status is preventing further time events from being reported, you may need to change the status of the order (if applicable) or consult with your SAP administrator for assistance.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling time events and production orders.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO03 (Display Production Order), CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheet), and CO11N (Single Screen Entry of Confirmations).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to report time events for the specific order.
  Training: If you are frequently encountering this error, consider additional training on SAP time management and production order processing.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.