How To Fix FMRE_RECURRING037 - This period covers same time period as period &1. Period &1 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMRE_RECURRING - FM Recurring Obligations

• Message number: 037

• Message text: This period covers same time period as period &1. Period &1 deleted

What causes this issue?

You have defined an execution period that covers all of the same time
frame as another execution period of this obligation.

System Response

Period &1 is deleted.

How to fix this error?

Determine whether you wany to replace the existing period. If not,
modify the first and last dates of the execution period you are editing
so that the other period is not overlapped.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMRE_RECURRING037 - This period covers same time period as period &1. Period &1 deleted ?

  The SAP error message FMRE_RECURRING037 typically occurs in the context of the Funds Management (FM) module when dealing with recurring documents or budget postings. The error indicates that the period you are trying to process overlaps with another period (denoted as period &1) that has been deleted. This can happen when you attempt to create or post a recurring document for a period that is already covered by a previously defined period that has been removed.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Periods: The period you are trying to use for a recurring document overlaps with a period that has been deleted.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrectly configured periods in the fiscal calendar.
  Configuration Errors: The settings in the Funds Management module may not be correctly configured, leading to conflicts in period definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Definitions: Review the fiscal year variant and ensure that the periods are correctly defined. Make sure that the period you are trying to use is valid and not overlapping with any deleted periods.
  Review Deleted Periods: Investigate the status of period &1. If it has been deleted, determine if it needs to be restored or if the recurring document should be adjusted to use a different period.
  Adjust Recurring Document: If the recurring document is set to post in a deleted period, modify it to use a valid period that does not overlap with any deleted periods.
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you are unsure about the configuration or the fiscal year settings, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in Funds Management.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (for recurring documents) or FMJ2 (for budget adjustments) to review and adjust the relevant documents.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Funds Management and recurring documents.
  Testing: If changes are made, ensure to test the adjustments in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your recurring documents are processed correctly without overlapping periods.