How To Fix NJIT_MSG166 - Invalid sequence no. or sequence no. profile contains invalid entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NJIT_MSG - NJIT Inbound message class

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Invalid sequence no. or sequence no. profile contains invalid entries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NJIT_MSG166 - Invalid sequence no. or sequence no. profile contains invalid entries ?

  The SAP error message NJIT_MSG166, which states "Invalid sequence no. or sequence no. profile contains invalid entries," typically occurs in the context of number range management or sequence number generation in SAP. This error can arise in various modules, such as when creating documents, invoices, or other transactional records that require a unique sequence number.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Sequence Number: The sequence number being used may not exist or is not valid for the current context.
  Incorrect Sequence Number Profile: The sequence number profile assigned to the document type or transaction may contain invalid entries or configurations.
  Number Range Intervals: The number range intervals may not be properly defined or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified number range.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration errors in the number range settings in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Sequence Number: Verify that the sequence number you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system.
  Review Number Range Profile:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the relevant number range object.
  Ensure that the number range profile is correctly assigned and that the intervals are properly defined.
  
  
  Adjust Number Range Intervals:
  
  If the number range is exhausted or incorrectly configured, you may need to adjust the intervals. This can be done in the transaction code SNRO or SNUM.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the number range. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings for the relevant document type or transaction to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the NJIT_MSG166 error in SAP.