How To Fix SD_LISEXC_MSG017 - Overlapping periods with existing records. Check your dates.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_LISEXC_MSG - Message class for Material Determination maintenance

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Overlapping periods with existing records. Check your dates.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_LISEXC_MSG017 - Overlapping periods with existing records. Check your dates. ?

  The SAP error message SD_LISEXC_MSG017 indicates that there are overlapping periods with existing records in the system. This typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when you are trying to create or modify a record (like a sales order, delivery, or billing document) that has date ranges that conflict with existing records.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Overlapping Date Ranges: The start and end dates of the new record you are trying to create or modify overlap with the start and end dates of an existing record.
  Incorrect Date Entry: The dates entered may not be valid or may not follow the expected format.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce strict date validations, leading to this error when trying to create overlapping records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: Review the existing records in the system that may have overlapping date ranges. You can do this by querying the relevant tables or using transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) or VL03N (Display Delivery) to check the dates of existing records.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If you find that the dates of the new record overlap with existing records, adjust the start and end dates of the new record to ensure they do not conflict with existing records.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the date ranges or the expected format, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for entering dates in the system.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings related to date validations in the SAP system. This may require assistance from an SAP Basis or SD consultant.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into which specific records are causing the conflict.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to enter dates correctly and understand the implications of overlapping periods in the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.