How To Fix WRF_WLAY084 - There is a date overlap with the target layout module

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_WLAY - Messages in Layout Environment in Fashion Solution

• Message number: 084

• Message text: There is a date overlap with the target layout module

What causes this issue?

There is a date overlap with the target layout module. The last version
of the target module has the same start date as the version to be copied
or has a later start date. As a result, the version cannot be copied.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

The overlapping versions of the target layout module must be deleted or
another target layout module must be selected.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_WLAY084 - There is a date overlap with the target layout module ?

  The SAP error message WRF_WLAY084 indicates that there is a date overlap with the target layout module in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules related to layout management. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a layout that has date ranges that conflict with existing layouts.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Date Overlap: The date range you are trying to assign to a new or existing layout overlaps with the date range of another layout that is already defined in the system.
  Incorrect Date Entry: The dates entered for the layout might be incorrect or not aligned with the existing layouts.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the layout modules that lead to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Layouts:
  
  Review the existing layouts in the system to identify any that have overlapping date ranges with the one you are trying to create or modify.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report that lists the layouts and their date ranges.
  
  
  
  Adjust Date Ranges:
  
  Modify the date range of the new layout to ensure that it does not overlap with any existing layouts.
  If necessary, adjust the date ranges of the existing layouts to accommodate the new layout.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Old Layouts:
  
  If certain layouts are no longer needed, consider deleting or archiving them to free up the date ranges.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to layout management to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings for layout management in your SAP system to ensure that there are no misconfigurations causing the overlap.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that deal with layout management, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning layouts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WRF_WLAY084 error in your SAP system.