How To Fix J4137 - Assigned number is in the critical area: Obj.&, no.&, CC &, year &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J4 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Assigned number is in the critical area: Obj.&, no.&, CC &, year &

What causes this issue?

An action was started which requires an internal number to be assigned.
The available numbers in the number range are running out. If they do,
errors could occur.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Extend the number range concerned. Obj (&V1&), number (&V2&), company
code (&V3&), year (&V4&).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J4137 - Assigned number is in the critical area: Obj.&, no.&, CC &, year & ?

  The SAP error message J4137 indicates that there is an issue related to the assignment of a number in a critical area of the system. This typically pertains to the assignment of document numbers, such as those used in financial accounting or controlling, where the number range is critical for maintaining data integrity.
  Cause:
  The error message J4137 is triggered when you attempt to assign a document number that falls within a critical area defined in the system. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for the object (e.g., accounting document, cost center) is set up in such a way that certain numbers are reserved or restricted for specific purposes.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are using may have restrictions on the number ranges that can be assigned.
  Year-End Closing: If the error occurs around the year-end closing period, it may be due to the fact that certain number ranges are locked or restricted for the previous year.
  Customizations: Custom developments or configurations may have introduced additional restrictions on number assignments.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the J4137 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant object (e.g., accounting documents, cost centers).
  Ensure that the number range is correctly defined and that the number you are trying to assign is not in a restricted area.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the document type you are using in the transaction. Ensure that it is configured to allow the assignment of the number you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or if you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for system configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for Year-End Closing:
  
  If the error occurs during the year-end closing process, ensure that the number ranges for the previous year are properly closed and that you are using the correct number ranges for the new year.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Developments:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, review them to see if they are affecting number assignments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Objects
  OBD2 - Define Document Types
  OBD3 - Assign Number Ranges to Document Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to number range management and document types for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.