How To Fix /PMG/GE_GEN_MPE045 - Overlapping date ranges are not allowed for prem per piece definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PMG/GE_GEN_MPE -

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Overlapping date ranges are not allowed for prem per piece definition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PMG/GE_GEN_MPE045 - Overlapping date ranges are not allowed for prem per piece definition ?

  The SAP error message /PMG/GE_GEN_MPE045 indicates that there are overlapping date ranges in the definition of a "prem per piece" (premium per piece) in the system. This typically occurs in the context of managing pricing or compensation structures where specific date ranges are defined for different pricing conditions.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to create or modify a premium per piece definition that has date ranges that overlap with existing definitions. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to enter a new record with a start date that falls within the date range of an existing record.
  You are trying to modify an existing record in a way that causes its date range to overlap with another record.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: Review the existing premium per piece definitions to identify any overlapping date ranges. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction or table where these definitions are stored.
  Filtering or sorting the records by date to easily spot overlaps.
  
  
  
  Adjust Date Ranges: Once you identify the overlapping records, you can:
  
  Modify the start and/or end dates of the new or existing records to ensure that there are no overlaps.
  If necessary, delete or archive old records that are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Validation: After making adjustments, try to save the changes again. Ensure that the new date ranges do not conflict with any existing definitions.
  
  
  Documentation: If you are unsure about the changes, consult the documentation or guidelines for managing premium per piece definitions in your organization. This can help ensure compliance with business rules.
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are part of a team, it may be helpful to discuss the changes with colleagues who are familiar with the pricing or compensation structures to avoid future conflicts.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), or VK13 (Display Condition) to manage pricing conditions.
  Tables: The relevant data may be stored in specific tables related to pricing conditions, such as KONV (Conditions) or other custom tables depending on your implementation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your premium per piece definitions in SAP.