How To Fix CACSBAS751 - At least one entry in a reference table & is not covered in terms of time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSBAS - Commissions: General Service Messages

• Message number: 751

• Message text: At least one entry in a reference table & is not covered in terms of time

What causes this issue?

At least one entry in a referenced table has a later
<DS:DE.CACS_BUSITIME_B>techically valid from ....</> date or an earlier
<DS:DE.CACS_BUSITIME_E>techically valid until ....</> date.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSBAS751 - At least one entry in a reference table & is not covered in terms of time ?

  The SAP error message CACSBAS751 indicates that there is an issue with the time coverage of entries in a reference table. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other master data that requires time-dependent validity.
  Cause:
  The error arises when there is at least one entry in a reference table that does not have a defined time period for which it is valid. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Validity Dates: An entry in the reference table may not have a start or end date defined, leading to ambiguity about its validity.
  Overlapping Entries: There may be overlapping time periods for different entries, causing conflicts in the time coverage.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the reference table may not be set up correctly, leading to gaps in time coverage.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Reference Table Entries:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code OKEQ for cost centers) and review the entries in the reference table.
  Ensure that all entries have valid start and end dates.
  
  
  
  Update Validity Periods:
  
  If you find entries without validity dates, update them to include appropriate start and end dates.
  Ensure that there are no gaps in the time coverage for the entries.
  
  
  
  Review Overlapping Entries:
  
  Check for any overlapping entries in the reference table. If overlaps exist, adjust the dates to ensure that each entry has a distinct time period.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the reference table you are working with.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making changes, test the relevant transactions to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data in SAP CO, such as OKEQ (Cost Center Planning) or OKEE (Cost Center Master Data).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the reference tables.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the changes, consult with colleagues or SAP experts within your organization.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CACSBAS751 error message in SAP.