How To Fix IUID022 - Range handling only allowed for IUID type 'UID1' or 'UID2' and not for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IUID - Messages Class for Unique Item Identification

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Range handling only allowed for IUID type 'UID1' or 'UID2' and not for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IUID022 - Range handling only allowed for IUID type 'UID1' or 'UID2' and not for &1 ?

  The SAP error message IUID022 indicates that there is an issue with the handling of the IUID (Item Unique Identification) range. Specifically, this error occurs when the system is trying to handle a range for an IUID type that is not supported. The message states that range handling is only allowed for IUID types 'UID1' or 'UID2', and the type being processed is indicated by &1.
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect IUID Type: The IUID type being processed is neither 'UID1' nor 'UID2'. This could happen if the data being processed is incorrectly configured or if there is a mismatch in the expected IUID type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the expected IUID types for the operation being performed.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be errors in the data entry where an unsupported IUID type is being used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IUID022 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check IUID Type: Verify the IUID type being used in the transaction or process that triggered the error. Ensure that it is either 'UID1' or 'UID2'.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to IUID handling in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined for the types of IUIDs you are working with.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure that it conforms to the expected formats and types. If there are any discrepancies, correct them.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on IUID handling and the specific requirements for the types of IUIDs.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IUID Types: Understand the differences between IUID types 'UID1' and 'UID2' and their specific use cases.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to IUID management in SAP, such as those used for creating, updating, or displaying IUIDs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.