How To Fix FKKVT_ILLEGAL_STATE017 - ID &1, type &2 overlaps in its assignment to group &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKVT_ILLEGAL_STATE - Error category "illegalState"

• Message number: 017

• Message text: ID &1, type &2 overlaps in its assignment to group &3

What causes this issue?

The ID &V1& of type &V2& is assigned to group &V3& with overlapping
validity periods.
It is possible to assign the same ID more than once to a group. However,
you have to ensure that in that case the validity periods do not
overlap.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKVT_ILLEGAL_STATE017 - ID &1, type &2 overlaps in its assignment to group &3 ?

  The SAP error message FKKVT_ILLEGAL_STATE017 typically occurs in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when there is an issue with the assignment of a business partner or a contract account to a specific group. The error indicates that there is an overlap in the assignment of the specified ID (e.g., a business partner or contract account) to the specified group.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Duplicate Assignments: The ID (e.g., business partner or contract account) is already assigned to another group, leading to a conflict.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the group assignments in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data that lead to overlapping assignments.
  Business Logic Violations: The business rules defined in the system may not allow for the specified assignment due to existing relationships or statuses.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to check if the ID is already assigned to another group.
  Review the assignment history to identify any conflicts.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for group assignments in the FI-CA module. Ensure that the settings allow for the intended assignments without conflicts.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If there are duplicate or conflicting entries, consider cleaning up the data. This may involve removing or modifying existing assignments to resolve overlaps.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for managing business partners, FBL1N for vendor line items, and FQEVENT for event management in FI-CA.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FKKVT_ILLEGAL_STATE017 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  FI-CA Documentation: Review the FI-CA module documentation for best practices on managing group assignments and understanding the underlying business logic.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.