How To Fix OQ_E009 - There is an overlapping interval with PC type & from & to &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_E - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Payment Card Processing

• Message number: 009

• Message text: There is an overlapping interval with PC type & from & to &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_E009 - There is an overlapping interval with PC type & from & to & ?

  The SAP error message OQ_E009 indicates that there is an overlapping interval for a particular planning characteristic (PC type) within a specified time range (from & to &). This error typically occurs in the context of planning and scheduling, where the system detects that the defined intervals for a particular planning characteristic conflict with existing intervals.
  Cause:
  
  
  Overlapping Time Intervals: The most common cause of this error is that the time intervals you are trying to define for a planning characteristic overlap with existing intervals in the system. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to create a new planning interval that starts before an existing interval ends.
  You are trying to modify an existing interval in a way that it overlaps with another interval.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as incorrect start and end dates or times.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning characteristics or the way they are set up in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Intervals: Review the existing planning intervals for the specified planning characteristic. Identify any intervals that overlap with the new interval you are trying to create or modify.
  
  
  Adjust Time Intervals: Modify the start and end dates/times of the new interval to ensure that it does not overlap with existing intervals. Ensure that the intervals are defined correctly and do not conflict.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data you are entering to ensure that there are no typographical errors or incorrect values that could lead to overlapping intervals.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on defining planning intervals and characteristics.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for the planning characteristics in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no conflicting settings.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like C223 (for maintaining planning characteristics) or C223N (for creating new planning characteristics) to manage planning intervals.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OQ_E009 error and implement a solution to resolve it.