How To Fix LD260 - Period overlaps have been adjusted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LD - Logistics Automotive Line Design

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Period overlaps have been adjusted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LD260 - Period overlaps have been adjusted ?

  The SAP error message LD260 ("Period overlaps have been adjusted") typically occurs in the context of the Logistics Execution (LE) module, particularly when dealing with delivery or shipment processing. This error indicates that there are overlapping time periods in the data being processed, which can lead to inconsistencies or conflicts in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Overlapping Time Periods: The delivery or shipment dates you are trying to enter overlap with existing entries in the system. This can happen if you are trying to create a new delivery that has a date range that conflicts with an existing delivery.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the materials, customers, or vendors may have overlapping validity periods that are not aligned.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not set up correctly, leading to overlaps in the time periods.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LD260 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Deliveries: Review the existing deliveries or shipments in the system to identify any that have overlapping dates. You can do this by checking the delivery documents in the system.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If you find overlapping deliveries, you may need to adjust the dates of the new delivery or the existing deliveries to eliminate the overlap.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the materials, customers, or vendors involved. Ensure that the validity periods do not overlap. If they do, adjust the validity periods accordingly.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to delivery and shipment processing. Ensure that the configuration allows for the desired date ranges without overlaps.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) or VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to check and modify the deliveries as needed.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide solutions for known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on delivery processing and error handling.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the problem persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the LD260 error and implement a solution to resolve it.