How To Fix 5D315 - Gaps in & from & - & to &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 315

• Message text: Gaps in & from & - & to &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D315 - Gaps in & from & - & to & ?

  The SAP error message 5D315, which states "Gaps in & from & - & to &", typically occurs in the context of data consistency checks, particularly when dealing with number ranges or document numbers. This error indicates that there are gaps in the number range that is being used, which can prevent the system from generating new document numbers or processing transactions correctly.
  Cause:
  
  
  Number Range Gaps: The most common cause of this error is that there are gaps in the number range defined for a particular object (e.g., invoices, purchase orders). This can happen if:
  
  Documents were deleted or reversed, leading to missing numbers.
  The number range was not properly maintained or configured.
  There was a manual intervention that caused inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of number ranges in the system can also lead to this error. This includes settings in the number range object or the intervals defined for the number range.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object.
  Ensure that the intervals are correctly defined and that there are no overlaps or gaps.
  
  
  
  Analyze Number Range Usage:
  
  Use transaction code SNUM to display the number range intervals and check for any gaps.
  If gaps are found, you may need to adjust the number range or create new intervals to fill the gaps.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If necessary, you can adjust the number range settings to allow for the generation of new numbers. This may involve extending the number range or creating a new number range if the current one is exhausted.
  
  
  
  Check for Deleted Documents:
  
  Investigate if any documents were deleted or reversed that could have caused the gaps. If so, consider whether these documents need to be recreated or if the number range should be adjusted accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to number range management for specific guidance on handling gaps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation on number range management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.