How To Fix BL041 - The application log number range interval is not internal

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BL - Application Log

• Message number: 041

• Message text: The application log number range interval is not internal

What causes this issue?

The number range interval for the application log must be an internal
interval.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please have your system manager check the definition of the
number range interval "01", and correct it if
necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BL041 - The application log number range interval is not internal ?

  The SAP error message BL041 indicates that there is an issue with the application log number range interval not being set as internal. This typically occurs when the system is trying to create an application log entry, but the number range configuration is not correctly defined.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for the application log is not defined as internal. In SAP, internal number ranges are automatically assigned by the system, while external number ranges require manual input.
  Missing Number Range Object: The number range object for the application log may not be defined or may be incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the number range.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BL041 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the number range object for the application log (usually APPL_LOG).
  Check the intervals defined for the number range. Ensure that there is an internal number range defined. If not, you may need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the internal number range does not exist, create a new interval:
  
  Click on "Intervals" and then "Insert Interval".
  Define the interval with the appropriate values and ensure it is marked as "Internal".
  
  
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the application that was generating the error to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SLG1: To view application logs and check for any related entries that might provide more context on the error.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on application logs and number range management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the application log or number range configuration.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.