How To Fix UC147 - Enter a time base

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UC - FI/CO Data transfer: errors during transfer

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Enter a time base

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UC147 - Enter a time base ?

  The SAP error message UC147 "Enter a time base" typically occurs in the context of time management or time evaluation processes within SAP, particularly when working with time-related data such as attendance, absences, or time recording.
  
  Cause:
  The error message UC147 indicates that the system requires a time base to be specified for a particular operation or entry. This could happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Missing Time Base: The time base (e.g., hours, days) is not specified in the configuration or in the data entry.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for time management may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the time base.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have forgotten to enter the time base in the relevant fields when recording time data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UC147 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Entry: Ensure that you have entered a valid time base in the relevant fields.