How To Fix R1406 - Error in minimum/maximum limits & & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Error in minimum/maximum limits & & & &

What causes this issue?

There are four different validity limit values:
Lower minimum limit: from this limit value it is optional
Upper minimum limit: from this limit value it is required
Lower maximum limit: up to this limit value it is required
Upper maximum limit: up to this limit value it is optional
to create a validity interval for a record.
The following conditions apply to limit values:
Lower minimum limit <= Upper minimum limit
Upper minimum limit <= Lower maximum limit
Lower maximum limit <= Upper maximum limit
The conditions were not adhered to when limit values were specified.
This is probably a program error.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Contact SAP to correct a program error.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1406 - Error in minimum/maximum limits & & & & ?

  The SAP error message R1406, which indicates "Error in minimum/maximum limits," typically arises in the context of data validation, particularly when dealing with input values that do not meet specified criteria. This error can occur in various SAP modules, such as SAP MM (Materials Management), SAP SD (Sales and Distribution), or during data entry in transactions.
  Cause:
  The error usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Input Value Out of Range: The value entered for a field exceeds the defined minimum or maximum limits set in the system configuration.
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type of the input value may not match the expected type (e.g., entering a string where a number is expected).
  Configuration Issues: The limits for certain fields may not be correctly configured in the system settings or master data.
  User Exits or Enhancements: Custom code or enhancements may impose additional validation rules that are not met by the input data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R1406 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values you are entering to ensure they fall within the acceptable range defined in the system. This includes checking for both minimum and maximum limits.
  
  
  Review Field Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the field definitions in the relevant module (e.g., MM, SD) to verify the minimum and maximum limits set for the fields in question.
  
  
  Data Type Validation: Ensure that the data types of the values you are entering match the expected types. For example, if a field expects a numeric value, ensure that you are not entering text.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or module you are working with to understand the expected input values.
  
  
  Check for Custom Code: If there are any user exits, BAdIs, or custom enhancements in place, review them to see if they impose additional validation rules that could be causing the error.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes depending on the context (e.g., ME21N for purchase orders, VA01 for sales orders).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message R1406.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify where the validation is failing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the R1406 error and implement a suitable solution.