How To Fix 4F156 - Number Range not maintained for object &, sub object & and year & !!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 4F - Message class for India localization

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Number Range not maintained for object &, sub object & and year & !!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 4F156 - Number Range not maintained for object &, sub object & and year & !! ?

  The SAP error message 4F156 indicates that there is an issue with the number range configuration for a specific object, sub-object, and year. This error typically occurs when you attempt to create or process a document that requires a number from a number range that has not been defined or maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specified object and sub-object has not been set up in the system.
  Year-Specific Configuration: The number range may be year-specific, and the current year may not have a defined range.
  Incorrect Object/Sub-Object: The object or sub-object specified in the error message may be incorrect or not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the number range for the specified object and sub-object. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the object name that corresponds to the error message.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Number Ranges:
  
  Click on the "Intervals" button to view the existing number ranges.
  Check if there are any intervals defined for the specified year and sub-object.
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain Number Ranges:
  
  If no intervals exist, you will need to create a new number range.
  Click on the "Insert" button to add a new interval.
  Define the interval (e.g., start number, end number, and the year).
  Ensure that the number range is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  Test the Configuration: Try to perform the action that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain number ranges in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for specific details on number range configuration for the object in question.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality and production environments as needed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.