How To Fix IF124 - Errors arose in document number generation

IF124 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IF - Messages re interest accounting in PS/CO/IM

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Errors arose in document number generation

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred during document number generation. This may be
because the number range object VZNO is missing.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IF124 - Errors arose in document number generation ?

  The SAP error message IF124, which states "Errors arose in document number generation," typically occurs when there is an issue with the generation of document numbers in the SAP system. This can happen in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI), Controlling (CO), or Materials Management (MM), among others. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Number Range Issues: The number range for the document type may not be defined correctly or may be exhausted. This can happen if the number range is not set up properly or if the maximum number has been reached.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create documents, which can prevent the system from generating a document number.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the document type or number range object can lead to this error.
  
  
  System Locking: If the system is locked or if there are issues