How To Fix GMMASTERDATA148 - Do not begin a grant number with the temporary prefix &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Do not begin a grant number with the temporary prefix &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GMMASTERDATA148 - Do not begin a grant number with the temporary prefix &1 ?

  The SAP error message GMMASTERDATA148 indicates that there is an issue with the grant number you are trying to create or use in the Grants Management (GM) module. Specifically, the error states that you should not begin a grant number with a temporary prefix, which is typically used for temporary or draft records.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to create a grant number that starts with a prefix designated for temporary grants. In SAP, temporary prefixes are often used to indicate that a grant is not yet finalized or is in a draft state. The system enforces this rule to ensure that only finalized grant numbers are used in official transactions and reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Grant Number: Ensure that the grant number you are trying to create does not start with a temporary prefix. Review the naming conventions and prefixes defined in your SAP system.
  
  
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