How To Fix HRPIQ000475 - Start and end dates of identical time limits overlap

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 475

• Message text: Start and end dates of identical time limits overlap

What causes this issue?

The start and end dates of identical time limits overlap in the academic
calendar.
However, this time limit defined in Customizing as <LS>non-overlapping
</>, which means that the start and end dates must not overlap.

How to fix this error?

Check the entries in the academic calendar for these time limits and
change the dates so that they no longer overlap.
If you want it to be possible for dates to overlap for this time limit,
you must contact your system administrator so that a change can be made
to the Customizing settings for Student Lifecycle Management.

Procedure for System Administrators

Deselect the <LS>non-overlapping</> indicator in Customizing for <LS>
Student Lifecycle Management</> under <DS:SIMG.SIMG_OHPIQ_0510>Define
Time Limits</><LS></> to allow overlaps in the academic calendar for
this time limit.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000475 - Start and end dates of identical time limits overlap ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000475 indicates that there is an overlap in the start and end dates of identical time limits in the system. This typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or time management, where time limits (such as contracts, leave periods, or other time-related data) are defined for employees.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create or modify a time limit (e.g., a contract or leave request) that has the same characteristics (like type or category) as an existing time limit, but the date ranges overlap. This means that the system detects two records that cannot coexist because they cover the same period.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Time Limits: Review the existing time limits for the employee in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant infotype (e.g., IT 0000 for actions, IT 0001 for organizational assignment, etc.) and checking the date ranges.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If you find overlapping time limits, you will need to either:
  
  Change the start or end date of the new time limit you are trying to create or modify so that it does not overlap with the existing one.
  Modify the existing time limit to adjust its date range if it is appropriate to do so.
  
  
  
  Delete Redundant Entries: If there are duplicate entries that are no longer needed, consider deleting the redundant time limit.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of changing or deleting time limits, consult your organization's HR documentation or speak with a knowledgeable HR administrator.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like PA30 for maintaining HR master data) to view and edit the time limits.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that manage time limits, such as IT 0000 (Actions), IT 0001 (Organizational Assignment), IT 2001 (Absences), etc.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the time limits in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes or updates related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or recommendations from SAP that address similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPIQ000475 error and ensure that the time limits for the employee are correctly configured without overlaps.