How To Fix REFXNL029 - Condition is already active with st.cond. in the same time period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REFXNL - Messages for Real Estate Netherlands

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Condition is already active with st.cond. in the same time period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REFXNL029 - Condition is already active with st.cond. in the same time period ?

  The SAP error message REFXNL029, which states "Condition is already active with st.cond. in the same time period," typically occurs in the context of SAP Real Estate Management (RE-FX) when there is an attempt to create or modify a condition (such as a rental condition) that overlaps with an existing active condition for the same time period.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Overlapping Conditions: You are trying to create or change a condition that has the same validity period as an existing condition that is already active.
  Incorrect Time Periods: The start and end dates of the new condition overlap with those of an existing condition.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as incorrect dates or conditions that are not properly defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Conditions:
  
  Navigate to the relevant contract or condition in the SAP system.
  Review the existing conditions to identify any that overlap with the new condition you are trying to create or modify.
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Periods:
  
  If you find overlapping conditions, you can either:
  
  Change the validity period of the new condition to avoid overlap.
  Modify or delete the existing condition if it is no longer needed or if it can be adjusted.
  
  
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction:
  
  Ensure you are using the correct transaction code for managing conditions in RE-FX (e.g., RECN for contract management).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing conditions in RE-FX.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP RE-FX, such as RECN (for contract management) and REOR (for condition management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific fixes related to the REFXNL029 error.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify conditions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.