How To Fix WB886 - Layout module version &1 overlaps with version &2

WB886 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list

• Message number: 886

• Message text: Layout module version &1 overlaps with version &2

What causes this issue?

The validity periods for layout module versions cannot overlap.

System Response

Data cannot be changed or re-entered.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB886 - Layout module version &1 overlaps with version &2 ?

  The SAP error message WB886 indicates that there is a conflict between two versions of a layout module in the SAP system. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a layout that overlaps with an existing version, which can lead to inconsistencies or conflicts in the data presentation.
  
  Cause:
  The error message WB886 is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to create or modify a layout version that has the same name or identifier as an existing version.
  The layout version you are trying to create overlaps with another version in terms of its configuration or settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WB886 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Layout Versions:
  
  Go to the transaction code related to layout management (e.g., WB02 for layout management).
  Review the existing layout versions to identify any overlaps with the version you are trying to create or modify.
  
  
  
  Rename or Delete Conflicting Version:
  
  If you find that the version you are