How To Fix GHO_FC_MANAGE_PROJ088 - Link with Overlapping Effective Dates Already Exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_FC_MANAGE_PROJ - Message class for Forecasting - Project Setup

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Link with Overlapping Effective Dates Already Exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_FC_MANAGE_PROJ088 - Link with Overlapping Effective Dates Already Exists ?

  The SAP error message GHO_FC_MANAGE_PROJ088 typically indicates that there is an issue with overlapping effective dates for a project or a financial object in the system. This error often arises when you attempt to create or modify a project or financial record that has date ranges that conflict with existing records.
  Cause:
  
  
  Overlapping Date Ranges: The most common cause of this error is that the effective dates you are trying to set for a new project or financial record overlap with those of an existing record. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to create a new project with a start date that falls within the date range of an existing project.
  You are trying to modify an existing project’s dates in a way that conflicts with another project.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP has built-in data integrity rules to prevent conflicts and ensure that each project or financial record has a unique and non-overlapping date range.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: Review the existing projects or financial records to identify any that have overlapping effective dates. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display Project) to view project details.
  Checking the effective date ranges of existing records in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates: Once you identify the conflicting records, you can:
  
  Modify the effective dates of the new project or financial record you are trying to create to ensure they do not overlap with existing records.
  If necessary, adjust the existing records to create a gap or change their effective dates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the date ranges or how to adjust them, refer to your organization's documentation or SAP help resources for guidance on managing project dates.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N, CJ03, CJ02, and CJ01 for managing projects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Data Model: Understanding the data model for projects in SAP can help you better manage effective dates and avoid conflicts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GHO_FC_MANAGE_PROJ088 error and successfully manage your project records in SAP.