How To Fix CY236 - The sequence of the columns must begin with 1 and not have any gaps

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 236

• Message text: The sequence of the columns must begin with 1 and not have any gaps

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY236 - The sequence of the columns must begin with 1 and not have any gaps ?

  The SAP error message CY236 indicates that there is an issue with the sequence of columns in a report or a configuration where the column numbering is expected to start from 1 and must be continuous without any gaps. This error typically arises in contexts such as report layouts, planning layouts, or other configurations where column sequences are defined.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Column Numbering: The columns in the configuration or report layout are not numbered starting from 1 or there are gaps in the numbering (e.g., columns numbered 1, 2, 4 instead of 1, 2, 3).
  Configuration Errors: If you are using a custom report or layout, the configuration might have been set up incorrectly, leading to non-sequential column numbers.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry of column numbers may have led to mistakes, such as skipping a number or starting from a number other than 1.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Column Configuration: Go to the configuration settings of the report or layout where the error is occurring. Ensure that the columns are numbered starting from 1 and that there are no gaps in the sequence.
  Adjust Column Numbers: If you find any gaps or if the numbering does not start from 1, adjust the column numbers accordingly. For example, if you have columns numbered 1, 2, 4, change the 4 to 3.
  Review Documentation: If you are unsure about how to configure the columns correctly, refer to SAP documentation or guidelines specific to the module you are working with (e.g., SAP CO for controlling).
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the report or layout to ensure that the error is resolved and that the output is as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to error CY236.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in adjusting report layouts or configurations, such as GRR1 for report layout maintenance or KVA1 for planning layouts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CY236 error and ensure that your column sequences are correctly configured.