How To Fix HRPIQ000867 - Start and end times of schedule are identical or overlap

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 867

• Message text: Start and end times of schedule are identical or overlap

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000867 - Start and end times of schedule are identical or overlap ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000867 indicates that there is an issue with the scheduling of events or activities in the system. Specifically, it means that the start and end times of a schedule are either identical or overlap with another schedule, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Identical Start and End Times: This occurs when the start time and end time for a scheduled event are set to the same value, which does not create a valid time interval.
  Overlapping Schedules: This happens when two or more scheduled events have overlapping time periods. For example, if one event is scheduled from 10:00 to 11:00 and another from 10:30 to 11:30, they overlap.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Schedule Entries: Review the schedule entries for the event in question. Ensure that the start and end times are set correctly and that they create a valid time interval (i.e., the start time should be earlier than the end time).
  
  
  Adjust Overlapping Times: If there are overlapping schedules, adjust the start and/or end times of the conflicting events to ensure that they do not overlap. You may need to reschedule one of the events to a different time slot.
  
  
  Validate Time Entries: Ensure that the time entries are correctly formatted and that there are no typographical errors in the time fields.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the scheduling rules or how to adjust the times, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for scheduling events.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the changes by attempting to save the schedule again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is commonly encountered in SAP HR (Human Resources) and SAP Project Management modules where scheduling is a critical function.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user making the changes has the appropriate permissions to modify schedules.
  System Configuration: In some cases, system configuration settings may impose restrictions on scheduling. Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team if you suspect this might be the case.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPIQ000867 error and successfully manage your schedules in SAP.