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

>4159 - Overview

• 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