How To Fix KM018 - New analysis period may not overlap with original

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 018

• Message text: New analysis period may not overlap with original

What causes this issue?

The time period you have selected exceeds the valid time period of the
profit center.

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?

If you wish to lengthen the time period of the profit center, select
the function Change profit center. Otherwise check your entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM018 - New analysis period may not overlap with original ?

  The SAP error message KM018, which states "New analysis period may not overlap with original," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to create or modify a planning version or analysis period that conflicts with an existing one. This error is often encountered in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other planning-related transactions.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the new analysis period you are trying to define overlaps with an existing analysis period. This can happen if:
  
  You are attempting to create a new planning version that has a date range that intersects with an already defined planning version.
  The system has restrictions in place to prevent overlapping periods to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KM018 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Analysis Periods:
  
  Review the existing analysis periods in the system to identify any overlaps. You can do this by navigating to the relevant planning transaction or using the appropriate reports to list the defined periods.
  
  
  
  Adjust the New Period:
  
  Modify the start and end dates of the new analysis period you are trying to create so that it does not overlap with any existing periods. Ensure that the new period is entirely outside the range of existing periods.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Periods:
  
  If the existing periods are no longer needed, consider deleting or modifying them to free up the date range you need for your new analysis period. Be cautious with this approach, as it may affect historical data and reporting.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing planning versions and analysis periods. There may be specific rules or procedures in place that you need to follow.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue on your own, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP helpdesk for assistance. They may have additional insights or tools to help you troubleshoot the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning), KE30 (CO-PA Reports), or others related to your specific planning needs.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to planning and analysis periods. This may include settings in the Controlling module (CO) or Profitability Analysis (CO-PA).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify analysis periods in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM018 error and successfully manage your analysis periods in SAP.