How To Fix S~006 - No active prefix for object numbers determined (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S~ - Repository API Business Navigator

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No active prefix for object numbers determined (see long text)

What causes this issue?

To create new objects you must determine a 4 digit prefix for the
object numbers. This prefix is not yet maintained in the current client
or it is not yet set active.

System Response

You cannot create new objects.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE 'RPYBM_DFPRX' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S~006 - No active prefix for object numbers determined (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message S~006 "No active prefix for object numbers determined" typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid prefix for the object numbers being processed. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating or managing certain types of objects (e.g., documents, materials, etc.) in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Prefix Configuration: The most common cause is that the prefix for the object number range has not been defined or activated in the system.
  Number Range Issues: The number range for the specific object type may not be set up correctly, or it may have been deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the necessary configuration.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be correctly handling the number range assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for the type of object you are trying to create or manage.
  Ensure that the number range is defined and active. If it is not, you may need to create or activate it.
  
  
  
  Define Prefix:
  
  If the prefix is missing, you can define it in the number range configuration.
  Ensure that the prefix is correctly assigned to the object type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Check Object Type:
  
  Verify that you are using the correct object type and that it is configured properly in the system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the number range settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions related to the object type you are working with.
  
  
  
  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), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to number ranges and prefixes.
  Custom Development: If you have custom developments, review the code to ensure it correctly handles number range assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the S~006 error and ensure that the necessary prefixes for object numbers are correctly configured in your SAP system.