How To Fix HRHCP00_PLAN094 - Error in BAdI implementation; periods overlap

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHCP00_PLAN - Messages About Personnel Cost Plan

• Message number: 094

• Message text: Error in BAdI implementation; periods overlap

What causes this issue?

You have used the method &V1& of BAdI HRHCP00_DERIVE_VALU to determine
the organizational grouping of cost objects. The resulting table
contains overlapping entries for the object &V4&, so that for the
period &V2& to &V3& the system cannot determine a unique value for the
organizational grouping.

System Response

The system does not perform a valuation.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the BAdI implementation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHCP00_PLAN094 - Error in BAdI implementation; periods overlap ?

  The SAP error message HRHCP00_PLAN094 indicates that there is an issue with the implementation of a Business Add-In (BAdI) related to planning in the Human Capital Management (HCM) module. Specifically, the error suggests that there are overlapping periods in the planning data, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  Overlapping Time Periods: Two or more planning entries have been defined for the same employee or object that overlap in their time periods. For example, if one entry is set from January 1 to March 31 and another from March 15 to April 30, this would create an overlap.
  Incorrect BAdI Implementation: The BAdI implementation may not be correctly handling the logic for checking overlapping periods, leading to this error being triggered even when there might not be an actual overlap.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can also lead to overlapping periods if the user inadvertently enters incorrect dates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRHCP00_PLAN094 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Planning Entries:
  
  Review the planning entries for the relevant employee or object in the system.
  Ensure that there are no overlapping periods. Adjust the dates of the planning entries as necessary to eliminate overlaps.
  
  
  
  Review BAdI Implementation:
  
  If you have custom implementations of the BAdI, review the code to ensure that it correctly checks for overlapping periods.
  Make sure that the logic for handling periods is robust and accounts for all possible scenarios.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Implement validation checks in your data entry process to prevent overlapping periods from being created in the first place.
  Consider using transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to check and correct any entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific BAdI implementation you are using. There may be known issues or additional guidance available.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the planning functionality works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAdI (Business Add-In): A BAdI is a type of enhancement in SAP that allows developers to add custom functionality to standard SAP applications without modifying the original code.
  HCM Planning: This refers to the planning processes within the Human Capital Management module, which may include workforce planning, succession planning, and other HR-related planning activities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message or the specific BAdI you are using.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.