How To Fix FE781 - Key figure &1 overlaps with key figure &2 in this item.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FE - CO-PA module pool messages

• Message number: 781

• Message text: Key figure &1 overlaps with key figure &2 in this item.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FE781 - Key figure &1 overlaps with key figure &2 in this item. ?

  The SAP error message FE781 indicates that there is an overlap between two key figures in a particular item. This typically occurs in the context of planning or budgeting scenarios where key figures represent different metrics or values that should not overlap in their definitions or usage.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Overlapping Key Figures: Two key figures are defined in such a way that their values or time periods overlap, which is not allowed in the context of the planning or budgeting process.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the key figures in the planning layout or data model may be incorrect, leading to conflicts.
  Data Entry Issues: During data entry, values for both key figures may have been entered for the same period or item, causing the overlap.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FE781 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Key Figure Definitions: Check the definitions of the key figures involved (Key figure &1 and Key