How To Fix DU062 - Overlapping freedom cannot be checked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DU - Data transfer to SAP-EIS

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Overlapping freedom cannot be checked

What causes this issue?

You have entered an example for the selection conditions. The system is
unable to check whether the selection conditions have overlapping free-
dom with this.

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?

Change the selection conditions.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DU062 - Overlapping freedom cannot be checked ?

  The SAP error message DU062, which states "Overlapping freedom cannot be checked," typically occurs in the context of SAP's demand management or production planning modules. This error is related to the planning of production orders or the scheduling of operations where there are overlapping time periods that cannot be resolved.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Overlapping Time Periods: There are multiple production orders or operations scheduled for the same time frame, leading to conflicts in resource allocation.
  Incorrect Master Data: Issues with the master data, such as incorrect lead times, capacity planning settings, or resource availability.
  Capacity Constraints: The system is unable to allocate resources due to capacity constraints, which can occur if the same resource is scheduled for multiple tasks simultaneously.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DU062 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Production Orders: Review the production orders or operations that are scheduled during the overlapping time periods. Adjust the scheduling to eliminate overlaps.
  
  
  Adjust Capacity Planning: Ensure that the capacity planning settings are correctly configured. This includes checking the available capacity of resources and ensuring that they are not over-allocated.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Verify the master data for the materials, resources, and production processes involved. Ensure that lead times, setup times, and processing times are accurately defined.
  
  
  Use Rescheduling: If possible, use the rescheduling functionality in SAP to automatically adjust the timing of production orders to avoid overlaps.
  
  
  Check for Blocked Resources: Ensure that there are no blocked resources that could be causing the scheduling conflict. If a resource is blocked, it cannot be used for production, leading to overlaps.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CO02 (Change Production Order), MD04 (Stock/Requirements List), or CM21 (Capacity Leveling) to analyze and adjust the production orders and resources.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on demand management and production planning processes.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DU062 error and implement a solution to resolve it.