How To Fix 6X122 - Extend number range &


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 6X - Financial Assets Management rollover messages

  • Message number: 122

  • Message text: Extend number range &

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6X122 - Extend number range & ?

    The SAP error message 6X122 typically indicates that a number range for a specific object has been exhausted. This means that the system has run out of available numbers in the defined range for that particular object, and as a result, it cannot assign a new number.

    Cause:

    • The number range for a specific object (like a document, transaction, or master data) has been fully utilized.
    • The number range is not properly configured or has not been extended to accommodate the volume of transactions being processed.

    Solution:

    To resolve the error, you need to extend the number range for the relevant object. Here are the steps to do this:

    1. Identify the Object: Determine which object is causing the error. The error message should provide some context about the specific number range that is exhausted.

    2. Access Number Range Maintenance:

      • Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
      • Enter the name of the number range object that you need to extend and click on "Change".
    3. Extend the Number Range:

      • In the number range object maintenance screen, you will see the existing intervals.
      • You can add a new interval or extend the existing one by increasing the upper limit of the range.
      • Make sure to save your changes.
    4. Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges. If you do not have the required permissions, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.

    5. Test the Changes: After extending the number range, test the transaction or process that was causing the error to ensure that it is now functioning correctly.

    Related Information:

    • Number Range Object: Each object in SAP that requires unique identification (like sales orders, purchase orders, etc.) has a corresponding number range object.
    • Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to number range management include:
      • SNRO: Number Range Object Maintenance
      • SNUM: Number Range Management
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and best practices.

    Best Practices:

    • Regularly monitor the usage of number ranges to prevent running out of numbers.
    • Plan for future growth by setting appropriate ranges based on expected transaction volumes.
    • Consider implementing a strategy for archiving or deleting old data if applicable, to free up number ranges.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the 6X122 error and ensure that your SAP system can continue to assign unique identifiers as needed.

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