How To Fix SMARTFORMS258 - There is a gap in the line numbering between &1 and &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 258

• Message text: There is a gap in the line numbering between &1 and &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS258 - There is a gap in the line numbering between &1 and &2 ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS258 indicates that there is a gap in the line numbering of the Smart Form. This typically occurs when there are missing line items in the output of the Smart Form, which can lead to inconsistencies in the numbering of the lines.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that there are missing data entries in the internal table that is being processed by the Smart Form. This can happen if the data retrieval logic does not fetch all the expected records.
  Conditional Logic: If there are conditions in the Smart Form that skip certain lines based on specific criteria, it can lead to gaps in the numbering.
  Incorrect Looping: If the loop that processes the data is not set up correctly, it may skip certain entries, causing gaps in the numbering.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Retrieval: Ensure that the data being passed to the Smart Form is complete. Verify the logic used to fetch data from the database or internal tables.
  Review Conditions: Look for any conditional statements in the Smart Form that might be causing certain lines to be skipped. Make sure that the conditions are correctly defined and that they do not unintentionally exclude necessary data.
  Adjust Looping Logic: Review the loop structure in the Smart Form. Ensure that it correctly processes all entries in the internal table without skipping any.
  Line Numbering Logic: If you are using a custom line numbering logic, ensure that it correctly increments for each line processed, even if some lines are skipped due to conditions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Debugging: Use the Smart Forms debugger to step through the form processing and identify where the gap in line numbering occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues with Smart Forms and line numbering.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation on Smart Forms for best practices in data handling and form design.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the SMARTFORMS258 error and ensure that the line numbering in your Smart Form is consistent and accurate.