How To Fix FITP_ENJOY027 - The beginning overlaps with the previous trip segment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITP_ENJOY - Message Class for Travel Planning Enjoy Transaction

• Message number: 027

• Message text: The beginning overlaps with the previous trip segment

What causes this issue?

The beginning of the current trip segment lies within the time interval
of the previous trip segment. Time overlapping of trip segments is not
allowed.

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 beginning of the current trip segment to remove the time
overlap.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITP_ENJOY027 - The beginning overlaps with the previous trip segment ?

  The SAP error message FITP_ENJOY027, which states "The beginning overlaps with the previous trip segment," typically occurs in the context of travel management within SAP, particularly when dealing with trip segments in the Travel Management module (FI-TV).
  Cause:
  This error arises when there is an attempt to create or modify a trip segment that overlaps with an existing segment. Overlapping can occur if:
  
  The start date and time of the new trip segment fall within the duration of an existing segment.
  The new segment's end date and time overlap with the start date and time of the previous segment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Trip Segments: Review the existing trip segments to identify the time frames of the segments that are causing the overlap. You can do this by navigating to the trip overview in the SAP Travel Management module.
  
  
  Adjust Dates and Times: Modify the start and/or end dates and times of the new trip segment so that they do not overlap with the existing segments. Ensure that the new segment starts after the previous segment ends.
  
  
  Delete or Modify Previous Segments: If the overlapping segment is no longer needed, consider deleting it or modifying it to create a gap for the new segment.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates or how to adjust the segments, refer to the SAP documentation or user manuals related to Travel Management for guidance.
  
  
  Seek Help from IT Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue on your own, consider reaching out to your organization's SAP support team or IT department for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PR05 (Travel Expenses) or PR04 (Travel Management) to manage trip segments effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in travel management are trained on how to properly enter and manage trip segments to avoid such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FITP_ENJOY027 error and successfully manage your trip segments in SAP.