How To Fix 5A466 - Enter a time interval on & that does not overlap

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 466

• Message text: Enter a time interval on & that does not overlap

What causes this issue?

Overlapping time intervals for one date have been entered.

System Response

No further processing

How to fix this error?

Please enter time intervals that do not overlap on a certain date.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A466 - Enter a time interval on & that does not overlap ?

  The SAP error message 5A466 ("Enter a time interval on & that does not overlap") typically occurs in the context of time management or scheduling within SAP, particularly when dealing with time entries, work schedules, or resource planning. This error indicates that the time interval you are trying to enter overlaps with an existing time interval for the same object (such as a work center, employee, or project).
  
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Time Entries: The most common cause is that the time interval you are trying to enter conflicts with an existing time entry. For example, if you are trying to record work hours for an employee, and those hours overlap with previously recorded hours, this error will be triggered.
  Incorrect Date/Time Format: Sometimes, the error can arise from incorrect formatting of the date or time, leading to unintended overlaps.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce strict rules on time