How To Fix EPRO012 - Overlapping time-of-use periods for time-of-use type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPRO - Messages for EDM Profile Processing

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Overlapping time-of-use periods for time-of-use type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPRO012 - Overlapping time-of-use periods for time-of-use type &1 ?

  The SAP error message EPRO012 indicates that there are overlapping time-of-use (TOU) periods defined for a specific time-of-use type in the system. This error typically arises in the context of energy management or billing processes where time-of-use pricing is applied.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when two or more time-of-use periods are defined in such a way that their time ranges overlap. For example, if you have one TOU period defined from 8 AM to 10 AM and another defined from 9 AM to 11 AM, this would create an overlap, leading to the EPRO012 error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the EPRO012 error, you need to review and adjust the time-of-use periods to ensure that there are no overlaps. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify the Overlapping TOU Periods:
  
  Go to the configuration or master data where the TOU periods are defined.
  Check the time ranges for each TOU period associated with the time-of-use type indicated in the error message.
  
  
  
  Modify the Time Ranges:
  
  Adjust the start and end times of the overlapping periods so that they do not conflict. Ensure that each TOU period has a distinct time range.
  For example, if you have periods A (8 AM to 10 AM) and B (9 AM to 11 AM), you could change period B to (10 AM to 12 PM) to eliminate the overlap.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes in the system.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Run a test to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the TOU periods are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to time-of-use configuration for detailed guidelines on setting up TOU periods.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like SPRO for configuration) to access the relevant settings in the SAP system.
  Consult with Experts: If you are unsure about the changes, consult with a functional consultant or someone with expertise in SAP energy management or billing processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EPRO012 error and ensure that your time-of-use periods are correctly configured without overlaps.