How To Fix 1H101 - Specified 'Check no. from' for stack &, seq. no.& is too big (O.K. to &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Specified 'Check no. from' for stack &, seq. no.& is too big (O.K. to &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1H101 - Specified 'Check no. from' for stack &, seq. no.& is too big (O.K. to &) ?

  The SAP error message 1H101 indicates that there is an issue with the check number specified in a financial transaction, particularly in the context of payment processing or check management. The message states that the "Check no. from" for a specified stack and sequence number is too large compared to the maximum allowed value.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The check number you are trying to use exceeds the maximum limit defined in the system settings.
  There may be a configuration issue in the check management settings, where the range of check numbers is not properly defined or has been exceeded.
  The sequence number for the check stack may not be correctly set up, leading to inconsistencies in the check number generation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for check management in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining check number ranges and ensure that the ranges are set correctly and are not exceeded.
  
  
  
  Adjust Check Number Ranges:
  
  If the current range is too small, you may need to extend the range of check numbers to accommodate larger values.
  Ensure that the "Check no. from" and "Check no. to" values are set appropriately.
  
  
  
  Review Check Stack and Sequence:
  
  Verify the check stack and sequence number settings to ensure they are correctly configured.
  Check if there are any inconsistencies in the sequence numbers being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to check management for any specific guidelines or limitations regarding check numbers.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Values:
  
  If possible, try using a different check number that is within the acceptable range to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue continues after checking the configurations and ranges, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) and FBZP (Maintain Payment Program) for managing payment processes.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on check management and error handling.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved in check number generation, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SAP error message 1H101.