How To Fix /PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS108 - Define the number range for the object category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS -

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Define the number range for the object category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS108 - Define the number range for the object category ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS108 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of the number range for a specific object category in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a defined number range for the object category you are trying to work with, which is essential for generating unique identifiers for objects.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Definition: The most common cause of this error is that the number range for the specified object category has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings, such as incorrect intervals or missing entries.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define the Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check if the number range object related to the object category in question is defined.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create a new number range object.
  Click on "Insert" to create a new number range and define the intervals (e.g., start number, end number).
  
  
  
  Check Existing Number Ranges:
  
  If the number range object exists, ensure that the intervals are correctly set and that there are available numbers within the defined range.
  Make sure that the number range is not locked or restricted.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify number range settings. You may need to consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made to number ranges are transported to the appropriate environments (e.g., QA, Production).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the object category you are working with, as there may be additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Objects
  SNUM - Number Range Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Object Categories: Familiarize yourself with the specific object categories in your SAP system to understand their number range requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS108 and ensure that the number range for the object category is properly defined and configured.