How To Fix RMSA_VRS058 - Replacement is inconsistent; validity period contains a gap

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSA_VRS - RMS: Versioning

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Replacement is inconsistent; validity period contains a gap

What causes this issue?

You want to replace an object. This causes a gap in the validity period
of the objects, however. In Customizing for versioning, you specified
that gaps are not permitted or that they are permitted but that the
system is to output a warning.

System Response

If gaps are not permitted, processing is canceled.
If gaps are permitted, you can replace the object, but the system
outputs this warning.

How to fix this error?

If gaps are not permitted or if you do not want the validity period to
contain a gap: when replacing the object, enter a predecessor object
with a validity period directly before the validity period of the
successor object (without gaps or overlaps) or change the validity
period of the predecessor object.
INCLUDE RMS_VRS_INFO_FOR_CHECKS OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSA_VRS058 - Replacement is inconsistent; validity period contains a gap ?

  The SAP error message RMSA_VRS058, which states "Replacement is inconsistent; validity period contains a gap," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Retail Management System (RMS) when dealing with replacement items or pricing changes. This error indicates that there is a gap in the validity period of the replacement item, meaning that there is a time frame where the replacement item is not valid, which can lead to inconsistencies in pricing or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Validity Periods: The replacement item may have a validity period that does not cover the entire range of dates required. For example, if the original item is valid from January 1 to March 31, and the replacement item is valid from April 1 to June 30, there is a gap in the validity period for the time between March 31 and April 1.
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an error during data entry, leading to incorrect start and end dates for the replacement item.
  
  
  System Configuration Issues: There could be issues with how the system is configured to handle replacements, particularly if there are customizations or specific business rules in place.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Validity Periods: Check the validity periods of both the original item and the replacement item. Ensure that there are no gaps in the dates. If there is a gap, adjust the validity period of the replacement item to cover the entire range.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the validity periods are incorrect due to data entry errors, correct the start and end dates for the replacement item.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for managing replacements in your specific SAP environment to ensure compliance with business rules.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the system configuration related to replacements. They may need to adjust settings or rules that govern how replacements are handled.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to the production system to ensure that the issue is resolved without introducing new problems.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling replacements in RMS.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that may help you manage replacements, such as those for maintaining item master data or pricing.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in data entry and management of replacements are adequately trained to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RMSA_VRS058 error and ensure that your replacement items are consistent and valid throughout their intended periods.