How To Fix 8N1057 - Off.numbering inconsistency: Miss.docs + Number.gap, from & (&) to & (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8N1 - Messages for Accounting (Greek Localization)

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Off.numbering inconsistency: Miss.docs + Number.gap, from & (&) to & (&)

What causes this issue?

Existing official numbering is continuous but new docs have been
interposed or/and existing official numbering is not continuous (there
are missing entries in table J_1GJR_LN).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8N1057 - Off.numbering inconsistency: Miss.docs + Number.gap, from & (&) to & (&) ?

  The SAP error message 8N1057 indicates an inconsistency in the numbering of documents, specifically related to missing documents and gaps in the number range. This error typically arises in scenarios where document numbers are expected to be sequential, but there are missing numbers or gaps in the sequence.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Documents: Some documents that should have been created in the sequence are missing. This could happen due to various reasons, such as manual deletions, errors during document creation, or issues during data migration.
  Number Range Gaps: The number range defined for the document type may have gaps, meaning that certain numbers in the expected sequence are not available or have not been assigned.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of number ranges in the SAP system can lead to inconsistencies.
  Document Deletion: If documents were deleted or not properly archived, it can lead to gaps in the numbering sequence.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object.
  Ensure that the number range is correctly defined and that there are no gaps.
  
  
  
  Identify Missing Documents:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to query the relevant database tables (e.g., BKPF for accounting documents) to identify which document numbers are missing.
  Compare the expected sequence of document numbers with the actual entries in the database.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If there are gaps in the number range, you may need to adjust the number range settings to fill in the gaps or to allow for the creation of new documents without conflicts.
  You can also consider extending the number range if it is exhausted.
  
  
  
  Document Recovery:
  
  If documents were deleted, check if they can be recovered from backups or if they need to be recreated.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on resolving number range inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that new documents can be created without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SNRO (Number Range Objects), SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Tables: BKPF (Accounting Document Header), BSEG (Accounting Document Segment).
  SAP Notes: Always check for specific SAP Notes related to your version of SAP, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation and resolution.