How To Fix GP158 - Create a number interval for object & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Create a number interval for object & & &

What causes this issue?

No number ranges have been created for the number range object &V1&,
sub-object &V2&, fiscal year &V3&.

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?

Create a number interval using the number range maintenance
transactions.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP158 - Create a number interval for object & & & ?

  The SAP error message GP158, which states "Create a number interval for object & & &," typically occurs in the context of number range management in SAP. This error indicates that there is no defined number range interval for a specific object, which is necessary for the system to generate unique identifiers (like document numbers, transaction numbers, etc.) for that object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Interval: The primary cause of this error is that the number range interval for the specified object has not been created or is not active.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to number ranges for the specific object.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create number ranges.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GP158 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the object name that corresponds to the error message and check if a number range interval exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create a new number range interval.
  
  
  
  Create a Number Range Interval:
  
  In transaction SNRO, select the object and click on "Intervals."
  Create a new interval by specifying the following:
  
  Interval Start: The starting number of the range.
  Interval End: The ending number of the range.
  Current Number: The next number to be used.
  
  
  Ensure that the interval is set to "Active."
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify number ranges. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the number range was created in a development environment, ensure that it has been transported to the quality and production environments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the object in question, as different objects may have unique requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Object Maintenance
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to the GP158 error.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Community forums for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GP158 error and ensure that the necessary number range intervals are in place for the specified object.