How To Fix MEOUT118 - Overlapping period: &1 lies between &2 and &3 (&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEOUT - New Business Logic for Outline Agreements

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Overlapping period: &1 lies between &2 and &3 (&4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEOUT118 - Overlapping period: &1 lies between &2 and &3 (&4) ?

  The SAP error message MEOUT118 indicates that there is an issue with overlapping periods in the context of a purchasing document or a related transaction. Specifically, it means that the date you are trying to enter or process lies within a range of dates that are already defined for another document or transaction, which causes a conflict.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a purchasing document (like a purchase order or contract) with a validity period that overlaps with an existing document.
  The system checks the validity dates of the documents and finds that the new date range conflicts with an existing one.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MEOUT118 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Documents: Review the existing purchasing documents that are causing the overlap. You can do this by checking the validity periods of the related documents in the system.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If possible, adjust the validity dates of the new document you are trying to create or modify so that they do not overlap with the existing documents. Ensure that the new date range is either before or after the existing ranges.
  
  
  Review Document Types: Ensure that the document types you are working with allow for overlapping periods. Some document types may have specific rules regarding validity periods.
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the existing documents or how to adjust the dates, consult with colleagues or your SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME31K (Create Contract) to view and analyze the existing documents and their validity periods.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to purchasing documents and their validity periods.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for purchasing processes to understand how validity periods are managed.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MEOUT118 error and implement a solution to resolve it.