How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN001 - Intervals overlap

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ATTRFRG_GEN - Message Class for Generating Attributes and Sets

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Intervals overlap

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

You have the following options:
Increase the upper limit of the first interval to the upper limit of
the second interval and delete the second interval.
Increase the lower limit of the second interval to a value that is no
longer within the value range of the first interval.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN001 - Intervals overlap ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN001 with the description "Intervals overlap" typically occurs in the context of attribute fragmentation in SAP, particularly when dealing with characteristics or attributes in a planning or forecasting scenario. This error indicates that there are overlapping intervals defined for the same characteristic, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Overlapping Time Intervals: When defining intervals for a characteristic (e.g., time periods for forecasting), if two or more intervals overlap, the system cannot determine which interval to apply.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the intervals may not have been set up correctly, leading to overlaps.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry of intervals may have resulted in overlaps due to incorrect dates or values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the COM_ATTRFRG_GEN001 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Interval Definitions:
  
  Go to the configuration settings where the intervals are defined.
  Check for any overlapping intervals and adjust them to ensure that each interval is distinct and does not overlap with others.
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Periods:
  
  If the intervals are based on time periods, ensure that the start and end dates of each interval are set correctly.
  Modify the intervals so that they are sequential rather than overlapping.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data entries for the intervals to ensure that there are no typographical errors or incorrect values that could lead to overlaps.
  
  
  
  Use SAP Transaction Codes:
  
  Use relevant transaction codes (like SCC4, SPRO, or others depending on your specific configuration) to access the settings for the characteristic intervals and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting up attribute fragmentation and defining intervals.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP planning and forecasting to better understand how to manage intervals and attributes effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the COM_ATTRFRG_GEN001 error in your SAP system.