How To Fix IT1988_MESSAGES002 - Weighting factor already exists in this period with status &1

IT1988_MESSAGES002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IT1988_MESSAGES - Messages for Infotype 1988 (Operational Readiness)

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Weighting factor already exists in this period with status &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IT1988_MESSAGES002 - Weighting factor already exists in this period with status &1 ?

  The SAP error message IT1988_MESSAGES002, which states "Weighting factor already exists in this period with status &1," typically occurs in the context of managing weighting factors in SAP, particularly in modules related to time management, payroll, or other areas where weighting factors are used to calculate values based on specific criteria.
  
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a weighting factor for a specific period, but a weighting factor with the same characteristics already exists for that period. The status &1 in the message will provide additional context, such as whether the existing weighting factor is active, inactive, or in another state.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Weighting Factors:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or table where weighting factors are maintained (e.g., transaction codes like PE03 for maintaining wage types or similar).
  Look for existing weighting factors for the specified period and check