How To Fix GMMASTERDATA116 - Permanent object number creation failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GMMASTERDATA - Grant master data maintenance messages only

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Permanent object number creation failed

What causes this issue?

Technical problem.

System Response

The grant cannot be created.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

The function STATUS_OBJECT_SWITCH_NUMBER failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GMMASTERDATA116 - Permanent object number creation failed ?

  The SAP error message GMMASTERDATA116, which states "Permanent object number creation failed," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Grants Management (GM) module. This error indicates that the system was unable to generate a permanent object number for a grant or related master data. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Issues: The number range for the object type may not be properly defined or may be exhausted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create the object number.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the Grants Management settings or in the number range settings.
  System Errors: Temporary system issues or inconsistencies in the database can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Ranges:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the number range object related to the grant master data.
  Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create the grant master data. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Check the configuration settings for Grants Management in transaction code SPRO. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Verify that the object types and their corresponding number ranges are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any system errors or inconsistencies. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team to perform a system check or to look for any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Development Environment:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to further diagnose the problem without affecting production data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as GM01 (Create Grant), GM02 (Change Grant), and GM03 (Display Grant) to understand where the error occurs.
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Grants Management for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.