How To Fix GHO_ALLOC142 - Interval &1 of number range object &2 is not internal.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_ALLOC - Message class for Allocation

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Interval &1 of number range object &2 is not internal.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_ALLOC142 - Interval &1 of number range object &2 is not internal. ?

  The SAP error message GHO_ALLOC142 indicates that there is an issue with the number range object in SAP. Specifically, the message states that "Interval &1 of number range object &2 is not internal." This typically means that the specified interval for the number range object is not set up correctly or is not defined as an internal number range.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Number Range Configuration: The number range object may not be configured properly. It could be that the interval is set as external instead of internal.
  Missing or Inactive Number Range: The number range interval may not exist or may be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the number range object.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications, they may not be handling the number range correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the number range object (e.g., &2) and check the intervals defined for it.
  Ensure that the interval &1 is defined as an internal number range. If it is set as external, you may need to change it to internal.
  
  
  
  Activate the Number Range:
  
  If the number range is inactive, activate it. You can do this in the same SNRO transaction by selecting the appropriate interval and activating it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Interval:
  
  If the interval does not exist, you may need to create a new internal interval for the number range object.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range object.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments that interact with the number range, review the code to ensure it is correctly handling the number range allocation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific number range object for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display and maintain number ranges.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional solutions related to the error message.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GHO_ALLOC142 error and ensure that the number range object is configured correctly.