How To Fix HRPIQ000891 - Validity of business event and business event package overlap

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 891

• Message text: Validity of business event and business event package overlap

What causes this issue?

The start date of a business event may not be before the start date of
the business event package to which it belongs. Likewise, the end date
of a business event may not be after the end date of the business event
package to which it belongs.
You cannot save the business event package if its validity period
overlaps that of a business event within this package.

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?

Change the validity of the object as required.
To do so, choose <LS>Object validity</> and overwrite the start and/or
end date. The system uses this data to define the start and/or end date
of the business event package.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000891 - Validity of business event and business event package overlap ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000891 indicates that there is an overlap in the validity periods of a business event and a business event package. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly in the area of personnel administration or event management.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A business event (e.g., a training session, seminar, or any other event) has a defined validity period.
  A business event package (which may include multiple business events) also has a defined validity period.
  The validity periods of these two entities overlap, meaning that the same time frame is being used for both, which is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Periods:
  
  Review the validity periods of both the business event and the business event package. Ensure that they do not overlap.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like HRPIQ or HRPBC).
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Periods:
  
  If you find that the periods do overlap, you will need to adjust one of the validity periods. This could involve:
  
  Changing the start or end date of the business event.
  Changing the start or end date of the business event package.
  
  
  Ensure that the new periods do not conflict with other events or packages.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing business events and packages. This can provide insights into best practices and guidelines.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the business event and package function as intended.
  
  
  
  Seek Help:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing business events and packages in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on SAP HCM event management to better understand how to manage business events and packages effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPIQ000891 error and ensure that your business events and packages are set up correctly without overlapping validity periods.