How To Fix HRPBSDEVASEN151 - Period &1 overlaps with selection class &2 from &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSDEVASEN - Calc. of Employ. Period - Pension Administration (PY-DE-PS)

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Period &1 overlaps with selection class &2 from &3

What causes this issue?

&V1& and &V2& overlap from &V3& to &V4&.
Read the selection class in VC_T525NI that is assigned to the indicator
(data element PSEN_TSPCL_IND). A period of this selection class that is
associated with your personnel number overlaps with one of the
<DS:DE.PSEN_TSPCL>selection class</> periods. The weighting cannot be
uniquely interpreted as a result of this 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 HRPBSDEVASEN151 - Period &1 overlaps with selection class &2 from &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSDEVASEN151 indicates that there is a conflict with the time period specified in your selection criteria. Specifically, it means that the period you are trying to use overlaps with a selection class that has already been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when:
  
  You are trying to process a time period that overlaps with an existing selection class.
  The selection class is defined with specific time frames that do not allow for overlapping periods.
  There may be configuration settings or rules in place that prevent the processing of overlapping periods.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Time Period: Review the time period you are trying to use. Ensure that it does not overlap with any existing selection classes.
  
  
  Review Selection Classes: Go to the configuration settings for selection classes in your SAP system. Check the defined selection classes and their associated time periods to identify any overlaps.
  
  
  Adjust the Time Period: If you find that your selected time period overlaps with an existing selection class, adjust your time period to ensure it is distinct and does not conflict.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to personnel administration or payroll processing for more details on how selection classes work and how to configure them properly.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue on your own, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to personnel administration (e.g., PA30, PA40) and payroll (e.g., PC00_MXX_CALC) to navigate the system effectively.
  Configuration Settings: Understanding the configuration settings for selection classes in your SAP system can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.