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Message type: E = Error
Message class: /CPD/CL_MSG -
Message number: 273
Message text: Dates coincide with an existing review period
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/CPD/CL_MSG273
- Dates coincide with an existing review period ?The SAP error message
/CPD/CL_MSG273
indicates that there is a conflict with the dates you are trying to enter for a review period in the system. Specifically, it means that the dates you are attempting to use coincide with an existing review period, which prevents the creation or modification of the new review period.Cause:
- Overlapping Dates: The start and end dates you are trying to set for the new review period overlap with those of an already existing review period in the system.
- Data Integrity: SAP enforces rules to maintain data integrity, ensuring that there are no overlapping review periods for the same entity (e.g., employee, project, etc.).
Solution:
To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
Check Existing Review Periods:
- Navigate to the relevant transaction or report in SAP that allows you to view existing review periods.
- Identify the review periods that overlap with the dates you are trying to enter.
Adjust Dates:
- Modify the start and/or end dates of the new review period you are trying to create so that they do not overlap with existing periods.
- Alternatively, if the existing review period is no longer needed, consider deleting or adjusting it.
Consult Documentation:
- Review the documentation or guidelines related to review periods in your organization to ensure compliance with any specific rules or policies.
Seek Help from SAP Support:
- If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for further assistance.
Related Information:
PA30
(Maintain HR Master Data) or S_AHR_61016300
(HR Reports) to view and manage review periods.By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage review periods in SAP.
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