How To Fix SCDT_MAP027 - Interval cannot be deleted (no gaps allowed)

SCDT_MAP027 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCDT_MAP - Mapping Information for Synchronization

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Interval cannot be deleted (no gaps allowed)

What causes this issue?

You have changed the limits of the release interval in which the
mapping for a customizing object is defined. There is a gap between two
release intervalls, i.e. there is now no mapping for your customizing
object for some releases.

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?

Define the release interval limits so that there are no gaps between
the release intervals.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCDT_MAP027 - Interval cannot be deleted (no gaps allowed) ?

  The SAP error message SCDT_MAP027: Interval cannot be deleted (no gaps allowed) typically occurs in the context of managing time intervals in SAP, particularly when dealing with master data or configuration settings that involve time-dependent data.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to delete a time interval that is part of a sequence of intervals, and doing so would create a gap in the timeline. In SAP, time intervals are often required to be continuous, meaning that there should be no overlaps or gaps between them. If you try to delete an interval that would leave a gap, the system prevents this action to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Intervals: Review the existing time intervals in the relevant configuration or master data. Ensure that the intervals are continuous and that there are no gaps.
  
  
  Adjust Intervals: If you need to delete an interval, consider