How To Fix /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT223 - Your maintained TDC for &1, &2 differs from TDC in the activity def.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT -

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Your maintained TDC for &1, &2 differs from TDC in the activity def.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT223 - Your maintained TDC for &1, &2 differs from TDC in the activity def. ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT223 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the Time Data Collection (TDC) settings you have maintained for a specific object (indicated by &1 and &2) and the TDC settings defined in the activity definition. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Time Management or Project System modules, where TDC settings are crucial for accurate time tracking and reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The TDC settings you have configured for the specific object do not match the settings defined in the activity definition. This could be due to changes made in the activity definition that have not been reflected in the TDC settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during the data entry process, leading to incorrect or inconsistent TDC settings.
  Transport Issues: If the TDC settings were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that caused inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review TDC Settings: Check the TDC settings for the object in question. Compare them with the TDC settings defined in the activity definition. Make necessary adjustments to ensure they match.
  Update Activity Definition: If the TDC settings in the activity definition are outdated or incorrect, consider updating them to reflect the correct configuration.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheet) or CJ20N (Project Builder) to review and ensure that all related settings are consistent across the system.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that no errors occurred during the process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to TDC settings and activity definitions for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CATS, CJ20N, and SM30 (for table maintenance) to manage and review TDC settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to TDC discrepancies. This can provide insights into similar issues faced by other users and potential fixes.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to TDC settings and activity definitions, as insufficient permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT223 and ensure that your TDC settings are consistent and correctly configured.