How To Fix 8A844 - The values in the chronological table are no longer sequential.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8A - Messages for Argentina

• Message number: 844

• Message text: The values in the chronological table are no longer sequential.

What causes this issue?

A new date has been inserted, so that the values after this date are
not more correct in the historical table for this calendar period.

How to fix this error?

Please run the report J_1AF103 for that period to delete the entries.
After that, start this report again up to today.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8A844 - The values in the chronological table are no longer sequential. ?

  The SAP error message 8A844 indicates that there is an issue with the chronological table where the values are expected to be sequential but are not. This typically occurs in the context of time-dependent data, such as in the management of time intervals for master data or transactional data.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry of dates or time intervals that are not in the correct sequence.
  Data Migration Issues: When data is migrated from one system to another, the chronological order may not be preserved.
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration settings in the system that do not enforce or validate the sequential nature of the data.
  Concurrent Processing: Multiple users or processes trying to update the same data simultaneously, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data: Review the entries in the chronological table to identify any gaps or out-of-sequence values. Ensure that all entries are in the correct order.
  
  
  Correct the Entries: If you find any discrepancies, correct the entries to ensure that they are sequential. This may involve editing or deleting incorrect records.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry processes to prevent future occurrences of this error. This can include setting up rules that enforce sequential data entry.
  
  
  Review Migration Processes: If the issue arose during a data migration, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure that they maintain the correct order of data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with, as there may be specific guidelines or patches available.
  
  
  System Configuration: Check the configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that they are set up to enforce sequential data entry where necessary.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the relevant data or configuration settings (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE16 for table display).
  Tables Involved: Identify the specific tables involved in the chronological data management (e.g., tables related to master data or transaction data).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.