How To Fix >4159 - Error when determining official number: Mass run interrupted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Error when determining official number: Mass run interrupted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4159 - Error when determining official number: Mass run interrupted ?

  The SAP error message 4159 ("Error when determining official number: Mass run interrupted") typically occurs during a mass processing operation, such as when generating official numbers for documents or transactions in SAP. This error indicates that the mass run was interrupted, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  System Interruptions: The mass run may have been interrupted due to system issues, such as a timeout, resource limitations, or a crash.
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data being processed, such as missing or invalid entries.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect configuration settings in the official number assignment or related modules can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user executing the mass run can also cause interruptions.
  Locking Issues: If the records being processed are locked by another user or process, it can lead to interruptions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that occurred during the mass run.
  Re-run the Process: If the issue was a temporary interruption, try re-running the mass process after ensuring that all necessary data is correct and available.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing entries. Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant tables.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to official number assignment (transaction OBA5 or similar) to ensure they are set up correctly.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the mass run has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the records being processed and resolve them if necessary.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), SM12 (Display and Delete Locks), and OBA5 (Maintain Official Number Assignment).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to official number assignment and mass processing for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.