How To Fix /PM0/ABJ_MSG172 - Financial periods assigned with overlaps

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABJ_MSG -

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Financial periods assigned with overlaps

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABJ_MSG172 - Financial periods assigned with overlaps ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABJ_MSG172 indicates that there are overlapping financial periods assigned in the system. This typically occurs when the configuration of financial periods in the system allows for periods to overlap, which can lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting and data processing.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Periods: The primary cause of this error is that the financial periods defined in the system overlap. For example, if you have defined a period from January 1 to January 31 and another period from January 15 to February 15, this will create an overlap.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the financial period settings can lead to overlaps. This can happen during the setup of fiscal year variants or when adjusting periods for different accounting principles.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when defining or modifying financial periods can also lead to overlaps.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Financial Periods: Check the configuration of your financial periods in the system. Go to the transaction code OB29 (for defining fiscal year variants) and review the periods defined. Ensure that there are no overlaps.
  Adjust Periods: If you find overlapping periods, adjust the start and end dates of the periods to eliminate the overlap. Make sure that each period is distinct and does not share any dates with another period.
  Check for Multiple Fiscal Year Variants: If your organization uses multiple fiscal year variants, ensure that the periods defined in each variant do not overlap.
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes by attempting to post transactions or run reports that previously triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring fiscal year variants and financial periods.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB29: Define fiscal year variants.
  OB52: Open and close posting periods.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to financial period configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that users responsible for financial period management have the appropriate authorizations to make changes.
  Testing Environment: If possible, make changes in a testing environment before applying them to the production system to avoid disruptions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /PM0/ABJ_MSG172 and ensure that your financial periods are correctly configured without overlaps.