How To Fix M8181 - Enter a document number between & and &.


M8181 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

  • Message number: 181

  • Message text: Enter a document number between & and &.

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  • What causes this issue?

    Your system is configured in such a way that document numbers have to
    be between &V1& and &V2&. The number that you have entered is not
    within this range.

    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?

    Correct your entry in the field <LS>Document number</>.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8181 - Enter a document number between & and &. ?
    The SAP error message M8181, which states "Enter a document number between & and &," typically occurs when you are trying to enter a document number in a transaction that requires a specific range of document numbers. This error indicates that the document number you are trying to input is outside the allowed range defined in the system.
    
    Cause: Invalid Document Number: The document number you entered does not fall within the predefined range set in the system.
    Configuration Issues: The number range for the document type you are working with may not be properly configured or may have been changed. Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are using may have specific restrictions on the range of document numbers that can be used.
    Solution: Check Document Number: Ensure that the document number you are trying to enter is valid and falls within the specified range. The error message will usually indicate the valid range. Review Number

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