How To Fix FAC_OPP_MESSAGE028 - You've created duplicated periods for the same business transaction &1.

FAC_OPP_MESSAGE028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAC_OPP_MESSAGE - Maintain posting period

• Message number: 028

• Message text: You've created duplicated periods for the same business transaction &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAC_OPP_MESSAGE028 - You've created duplicated periods for the same business transaction &1. ?

  The SAP error message FAC_OPP_MESSAGE028 indicates that there are duplicated periods for the same business transaction in the system. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or asset accounting, where periods are defined for transactions, and the system does not allow overlapping or duplicate periods for the same transaction type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that there are multiple entries for the same business transaction within the same period.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the period control settings or in the transaction types can lead to this error.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may have resulted in duplicate periods being created inadvertently.
  User Error: Manual entry errors where a user attempts to post transactions for the same period without realizing that it has already been done.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Duplicates: Review the entries for the specific business transaction indicated by the error message. Look for