How To Fix 5P217 - &: No line exists with the sequence number determined by NEXTR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5P - Error Messages for Schema, Pers.Calc.Rule and Feature Checks

• Message number: 217

• Message text: &: No line exists with the sequence number determined by NEXTR

What causes this issue?

You have used the NEXTR operation and written a number or letter behind
it. This means that a line must follow the operation.

How to fix this error?

Insert a line with the respective number but do not change the variable
key.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5P217 - &: No line exists with the sequence number determined by NEXTR ?

  The SAP error message 5P217 indicates that there is an issue with the sequence number in a document or transaction. Specifically, the message states: "No line exists with the sequence number determined by NEXTR." This typically occurs in the context of document processing, such as in the handling of purchase orders, invoices, or other transactional documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Line Item: The sequence number that the system is trying to access does not correspond to any existing line item in the document. This can happen if a line item was deleted or if the document was not saved correctly.
  Incorrect Sequence Number: The system may be trying to reference a sequence number that is out of range or does not exist due to prior deletions or modifications.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or in the way the document was processed, leading to a mismatch in expected line items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document: Review the document in question to ensure that all expected line items are present. If a line item was deleted, you may need to recreate it.
  Reprocess the Document: If the document was not saved correctly, try to reprocess it. This may involve re-entering the data or using a different transaction code to access the document.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the program to see where the sequence number is being determined and why it is not finding a corresponding line item.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error message. There may be known issues or updates that can resolve the problem.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP directly for assistance. Provide them with details about the transaction and any steps you have already taken to troubleshoot the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to the document type you are working with (e.g., ME21N for purchase orders, MIRO for invoices).
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand how line items are processed and what might cause discrepancies.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.