How To Fix LM178 - Intervals for interim limits overlap

LM178 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LM - Treasury: Limit Management

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Intervals for interim limits overlap

What causes this issue?

The time intervals of the interim limits for a limit can not overlap.

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?

Check your entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

LM178 - Details

• The SAP error message LM178, which states "Intervals for interim limits overlap," typically occurs in the context of managing limits for employees, particularly in the area of time management or payroll processing. This error indicates that there are overlapping time intervals defined for interim limits, which can lead to inconsistencies in calculations or reporting.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by:
  
  Overlapping Time Intervals: When defining interim limits (such as absence limits, overtime limits, etc.), if two or more intervals overlap, the system cannot determine which limit to apply.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Manual entry errors when setting up limits can lead to overlaps.
  
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration settings in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to unintended overlaps.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LM178 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Interim Limits:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration or master data area where interim limits are defined.
  Check the defined intervals for any overlaps.