How To Fix RETMPE013 - Notice rule &1 / &2: Validity is within range of preceding entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RETMPE - Clauses for Validity Period

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Notice rule &1 / &2: Validity is within range of preceding entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RETMPE013 - Notice rule &1 / &2: Validity is within range of preceding entry ?

  The SAP error message RETMPE013 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a notice rule in the system. Specifically, it means that the validity period of the notice rule you are trying to create or modify overlaps with the validity period of a preceding entry. This can occur in various contexts, such as when managing pricing, conditions, or other data that relies on effective dates.
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following:
  
  Overlapping Validity Periods: You are trying to enter a new validity period that overlaps with an existing entry in the system.
  Incorrect Date Entry: The start date of the new entry is before the end date of the previous entry, or the end date of the new entry is after the start date of the previous entry.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that there are no conflicting entries that could lead to ambiguity in processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RETMPE013 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: Review the existing notice rules to identify the entries that are causing the overlap. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or table where the notice rules are maintained.
  
  
  Adjust Validity Periods:
  
  If the new entry is valid, consider adjusting the validity period of the existing entry to eliminate the overlap.
  Alternatively, if the existing entry is no longer needed, you may choose to delete or deactivate it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Entry: If you need to create a new entry, ensure that its validity period does not overlap with any existing entries. You may need to adjust the start and end dates accordingly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing notice rules and validity periods in your particular module (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Materials Management).
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), or others related to the specific module you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the notice rules, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RETMPE013 error and successfully manage your notice rules in SAP.