How To Fix FINS_CFIN_ACTRATE024 - The activity rate overlaps with transfer rule from source to CFIN (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_ACTRATE - Message for Price Planning: Posting

• Message number: 024

• Message text: The activity rate overlaps with transfer rule from source to CFIN (&1)

What causes this issue?

The activity rate overlaps with activity rates you have maintained in
<DS:SIMG.VC_FINS_CFINAR_VAL_S>Activity Rate Transfer Rule from Source
System to Central Finance</>, which might lead to loop issue during
activity rate replication.

System Response

The processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Adjust your transfer rule in
<DS:SIMG.VC_FINS_CFINAR_VAL_S>Activity Rate Transfer Rule from Source
System to Central Finance</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_ACTRATE024 - The activity rate overlaps with transfer rule from source to CFIN (&1) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_ACTRATE024 indicates that there is an overlap in the activity rate configuration with the transfer rules from the source system to Central Finance (CFIN). This typically occurs when there are conflicting or duplicate entries in the activity rate settings that are being transferred from the source system to the Central Finance system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Activity Rates: There may be multiple activity rates defined for the same combination of characteristics (e.g., cost center, activity type) that overlap in the time period.
  Incorrect Transfer Rules: The transfer rules defined for the source system may not align with the activity rates, leading to conflicts.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the Central Finance settings or in the source system that cause the overlap.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Activity Rates: Check the activity rates defined in the source system and ensure that there are no duplicates or overlapping entries for the same time period and characteristics.
  Adjust Transfer Rules: Review the transfer rules in the Central Finance system to ensure they are correctly set up and do not conflict with the activity rates.
  Modify Time Periods: If there are overlapping time periods for the activity rates, consider adjusting the time frames to eliminate the overlap.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Central Finance and activity rates for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  Testing: After making adjustments, perform testing to ensure that the changes resolve the error and that data is being transferred correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CFIN for Central Finance configuration or SPRO for accessing the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Central Finance Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the Central Finance configuration guide to understand how activity rates and transfer rules should be set up.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have taken to resolve it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.