How To Fix /ISDFPS/FDP476 - Validity S & does not overlap the validity of the other positions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FDP -

• Message number: 476

• Message text: Validity S & does not overlap the validity of the other positions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDP476 - Validity S & does not overlap the validity of the other positions ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDP476 Validity S & does not overlap the validity of the other positions typically occurs in the context of SAP's Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) module or similar areas where validity periods for contracts, agreements, or other entities are managed. This error indicates that the validity period you are trying to set for a specific item does not overlap with the validity periods of other related items, which is a requirement for the system to maintain consistency in data.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Overlapping Validity Periods: The validity period you are trying to enter for a new position (e.g., a contract, rental agreement, etc.) does not overlap with the validity periods of existing positions. This can happen if:
  
  The start date of the new position is after the end date of existing positions.
  The end date of the new position is before the start date of existing positions.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be