How To Fix 1H022 - 'Number to' is smaller than 'number from' (Please correct)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1H - BKK: Scheck-/Wechselverwaltung

• Message number: 022

• Message text: 'Number to' is smaller than 'number from' (Please correct)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1H022 - 'Number to' is smaller than 'number from' (Please correct) ?

  The SAP error message 1H022, which states "'Number to' is smaller than 'number from' (Please correct)," typically occurs in scenarios where a range of numbers is being defined, such as in number ranges for documents, invoices, or other transactional data. This error indicates that the upper limit of the number range (the "number to") is less than the lower limit (the "number from"), which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Number Range Definition: The most common cause of this error is that the number range has been defined incorrectly in the system. For example, if you are trying to set a number range from 100 to 50, the system will throw this error because 50 is less than 100.
  Data Entry Error: During the manual entry of number ranges, a user might accidentally input the "number to" value as smaller than the "number from" value.
  Configuration Issues: If the number ranges are configured in a custom way or if there are changes made to the configuration without proper validation, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code for number range maintenance (e.g., SNRO for number range objects).
  Identify the relevant number range object and check the defined ranges.
  Ensure that the "number from" is less than the "number to". If not, correct the values accordingly.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error occurred during data entry, review the input values and ensure that the "number to" is greater than or equal to the "number from".
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct number ranges, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP configuration guidelines.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Object Maintenance
  SNUM - Number Range Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to number ranges.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges in the system.
  
  If the problem persists after checking and correcting the number ranges, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.