How To Fix ICL460 - Versions overlap

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL - FS-CM: Claims Management

• Message number: 460

• Message text: Versions overlap

What causes this issue?

You tried to create overlapping versions. This is not permitted.

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 ICL460 - Versions overlap ?

  The SAP error message ICL460, which indicates "Versions overlap," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Insurance module, particularly when dealing with insurance contracts and their versions. This error arises when there are conflicting or overlapping versions of a contract that should not coexist.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Overlapping Validity Periods: Two or more versions of the same insurance contract have overlapping validity periods. For example, if one version is valid from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, and another version is valid from June 1, 2023, to May 31, 2024, this will trigger the error.
  Incorrect Data Entry: During the creation or modification of contract versions, incorrect dates may have been entered, leading to overlaps.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the system is configured to handle contract versions, leading to unexpected overlaps.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ICL460 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Versions:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., ICLM or similar) and review the versions of the contract in question.
  Identify any overlapping validity periods.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Periods:
  
  Modify the validity periods of the conflicting versions to ensure that they do not overlap. This may involve changing the start or end dates of one or more versions.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Old Versions:
  
  If certain versions are no longer needed, consider deleting or archiving them to eliminate the overlap.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to contract management to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for managing versions.
  
  
  
  System Configuration Review:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the system settings related to contract versioning.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the contract creation or modification process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ICLM (Insurance Contract Management) or others specific to your SAP version.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to ICL460 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICL460 error and manage your insurance contract versions effectively.