How To Fix G0210 - Period categories &1 and &2 overlap in period &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Period categories &1 and &2 overlap in period &3

What causes this issue?

For each given effective year and effective period, you can assign
<DS:GLOS.task_group>task groups</> to the various
<DS:GLOS.period_category>period categories</>. However, you must ensure
that the period categories do not overlap, that is, share the same
periods.

System Response

Processing terminated

How to fix this error?

Choose a different period category or change the period category &v1&
or &v2& in Consolidation Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0210 - Period categories &1 and &2 overlap in period &3 ?

  The SAP error message G0210, which states "Period categories &1 and &2 overlap in period &3," typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules when there is a conflict in the defined periods for different categories. This error indicates that two period categories are overlapping for a specific time frame, which can lead to inconsistencies in reporting or data processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Period Definitions: The most common cause of this error is that two different period categories (e.g., fiscal year, posting period, etc.) have been defined in such a way that they overlap for a specific period.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the period control settings or calendar settings can lead to this overlap.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries or changes in the period settings might have inadvertently created overlapping periods.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Period Definitions: Check the definitions of the period categories involved (e.g., &1 and &2) to ensure that they do not overlap.