How To Fix DFS_ASSGMT_VAL124 - Duplicate or overlapping entries. Activation not possible.

DFS_ASSGMT_VAL124 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_ASSGMT_VAL - Messages used in Assignment Validations

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Duplicate or overlapping entries. Activation not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_ASSGMT_VAL124 - Duplicate or overlapping entries. Activation not possible. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_ASSGMT_VAL124: Duplicate or overlapping entries. Activation not possible typically occurs in the context of assignment or configuration settings within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO). This error indicates that there are conflicting or duplicate entries in the configuration that prevent the system from activating a certain setting or assignment.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be multiple entries in the configuration that are identical or overlap in terms of the criteria they cover (e.g., cost centers, profit centers, etc.).
  Overlapping Ranges: If you are working with ranges (like date ranges or value ranges), overlapping ranges can trigger this error.
  Incorrect Configuration: Misconfiguration in the assignment settings, such as incorrect intervals or criteria that lead to conflicts.
  Data Integrity Issues: Data inconsistencies or integrity issues in the underlying tables can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go through the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system to