How To Fix BC086 - Insert appointment in the original time period

BC086 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC - Scheduler (calendar)

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Insert appointment in the original time period

What causes this issue?

The time at which you want to insert the appointment is outside the
time period of the periodic appointment to which the appointment
belongs.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Insert the appointment within the time period or extend the time period
of the periodic appointment.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC086 - Insert appointment in the original time period ?

  The SAP error message BC086, which states "Insert appointment in the original time period," typically occurs when there is an attempt to create or modify an appointment in a time period that is not valid or has already been defined in the system. This error is often related to the scheduling or calendar functionalities within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP CRM or SAP ERP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Time Overlap: The appointment you are trying to insert overlaps with an existing appointment in the system.
  Invalid Time Frame: The time period you are trying to use for the appointment may be outside of the allowed scheduling range.
  Locked Time Period: The time period may be locked for changes due to various reasons, such as being part of a closed period or being restricted by user permissions.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as incorrect dates or times.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Appointments: Review