How To Fix PEP222 - The interval in minutes & for the lines of the daily overview is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PEP - Schedule Manager: Messages

• Message number: 222

• Message text: The interval in minutes & for the lines of the daily overview is invalid

What causes this issue?

Enter a valid interval in minutes for displaying the daily overview:
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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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PEP222 - The interval in minutes & for the lines of the daily overview is invalid ?

  The SAP error message PEP222, which states "The interval in minutes & for the lines of the daily overview is invalid," typically occurs in the context of Project Management or Project System modules when there is an issue with the configuration of the daily overview settings.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Interval Value: The value entered for the interval in minutes is not within the acceptable range. For example, it might be set to a negative number, zero, or a value that exceeds the maximum allowed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the project settings or parameters related to the daily overview.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect value in the relevant field.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PEP222 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Interval Value:
  
  Go to the configuration settings where the daily overview interval is defined.
  Ensure that the interval in minutes is set to a valid positive integer. Typically, this should be a value like 1, 5, 10, etc., depending on the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings for the daily overview.
  Ensure that all related parameters are correctly configured and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for guidance on the acceptable range of values for the daily overview interval.
  
  
  
  User Input Validation:
  
  If the error occurs during data entry, ensure that users are trained to input valid values and that there are validation checks in place to prevent invalid entries.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to access the daily overview again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that address specific error messages.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as CJ20N for project management or CJI3 for project reports.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the project settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP directly for further assistance.