How To Fix CMS_CHG005 - Enter sequential numbers for sequence; gap exists between &1 and &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CHG - Message Class for Charges

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Enter sequential numbers for sequence; gap exists between &1 and &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CHG005 - Enter sequential numbers for sequence; gap exists between &1 and &2 ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CHG005 indicates that there is a gap in the sequence of numbers that are expected to be sequential. This typically occurs in contexts where a sequence of numbers is required, such as document numbers, invoice numbers, or other identifiers that must follow a specific order without any gaps.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that there is a discontinuity in the expected sequence of numbers. For example, if the system expects a sequence like 1, 2, 3, 4, and it finds that 2 is missing (i.e., the next number is 3), it will trigger this error message. The placeholders &1 and &2 in the error message represent the numbers between which the gap exists.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Gap: Check the sequence of numbers that are being used. Look for the specific numbers indicated by &1 and &2 in the error message to identify where the gap is.
  
  
  Correct the Sequence: 
  
  If the gap is due to a missing number, you may need to manually enter the missing number or adjust the sequence to ensure that all numbers are present.
  If the sequence is being generated automatically (e.g., by a program or a configuration), check the settings or logic that generates these numbers to ensure it is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this is a recurring issue, review the configuration settings related to number ranges in the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Finance, etc.) to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no overlaps or gaps in the defined ranges.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the module you are working with, as the handling of sequences can vary between different SAP modules.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Number Ranges: In SAP, number ranges are defined for various objects. Ensure that the number range intervals are correctly defined and that there are no overlaps or gaps.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SNRO (Number Range Objects) to manage and check number ranges.
  Custom Development: If there is custom development involved, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles number generation and does not inadvertently skip numbers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CMS_CHG005 error in SAP.