How To Fix UGWB044 - No gap between timeframes &1 and &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGWB - Messages for Workbench

• Message number: 044

• Message text: No gap between timeframes &1 and &2

What causes this issue?

There is no space between two validity timeframes.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Combine the two timeframes into one single timeframe.
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First timeframe: 2003/001 to 2003/006
Second timeframe: 2003/007 to 2003/16, 2003/001 to 2003/016

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGWB044 - No gap between timeframes &1 and &2 ?

  The SAP error message UGWB044 "No gap between timeframes &1 and &2" typically occurs in the context of time management or scheduling within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with time evaluation or work schedules. This error indicates that there is an overlap or a lack of a gap between two defined timeframes, which can lead to inconsistencies in time data processing.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Overlapping Timeframes: Two timeframes (e.g., work schedules, absence periods, or time evaluations) are defined in such a way that they overlap or are contiguous without a gap.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of time management settings may not allow for the necessary gaps between timeframes, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries of timeframes may have been incorrectly input, causing overlaps.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UGWB044 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Timeframes: Check the timeframes defined in the system for the relevant employee or organizational unit. Ensure that there are no overlaps or that they are not defined back-to-back without a gap.
  
  
  Adjust Timeframe Definitions: If you find overlapping timeframes, adjust them to ensure that there is a clear gap between the end of one timeframe and the start of another. This may involve changing the start or end dates/times of the conflicting timeframes.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to time management. Ensure that the settings allow for the necessary gaps between timeframes.
  
  
  Data Validation: If the timeframes are being generated from a data import or batch process, validate the source data to ensure that it does not contain overlapping entries.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing timeframes and resolving related errors.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the time management processes function as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PT60 (Time Evaluation) to review and adjust timeframes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to time management settings and employee time data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP time management.