How To Fix 88064 - Overlap of period with version &1

88064 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Overlap of period with version &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88064 - Overlap of period with version &1 ?

  The SAP error message "88064: Overlap of period with version &1" typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules when there is an attempt to post or process data in a period that overlaps with an existing version in the system. This can happen during activities such as closing periods, posting journal entries, or running reports.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an attempt to enter or modify data in a time period that overlaps with another version that is already defined in the system. This can occur due to:
  
  Incorrect Period Settings: The period you are trying to use is already defined in another version, leading to a conflict.
  Version Configuration: The version settings in the system may not be configured correctly, allowing for overlapping periods.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors where the user inadvertently selects a period that is already in use.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following