How To Fix U1604 - The upper/lower limit of RP_TRFRMNR is not configured correctly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U1 - Tax reporter interface

• Message number: 604

• Message text: The upper/lower limit of RP_TRFRMNR is not configured correctly

What causes this issue?

Check the lower and upper limits of RP_TRFRMNR number range.

System Response

If the number range is not configured correctly, the system issues an
error message and halts the Tax Reporter from further processing.

How to fix this error?

Transaction to configure number ranges: SNRO
For object ID 01 the lower limit should be greater than 0 and upper
limit should be less than 900000
For object ID 99 the lower limit should be greater than or equal to
900000 and the upper limit should be less than or equal to 999999.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U1604 - The upper/lower limit of RP_TRFRMNR is not configured correctly ?

  The SAP error message U1604, which states "The upper/lower limit of RP_TRFRMNR is not configured correctly," typically occurs in the context of SAP's payroll or time management modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the transfer number (RP_TRFRMNR) used in payroll processing or time evaluation.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The transfer number (RP_TRFRMNR) has not been configured properly in the system. This could mean that the upper and lower limits for the transfer number are not set correctly.
  Missing Entries: There may be missing entries in the configuration tables that define the valid range for the transfer number.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the payroll or time management processes, they may not align with the expected configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the U1604 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for payroll or time management.
  Look for the configuration settings related to transfer numbers (RP_TRFRMNR).
  Ensure that the upper and lower limits are set correctly. You may need to consult with your SAP functional consultant or refer to SAP documentation for the correct values.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements that interact with the transfer number, review the code to ensure it adheres to the configured limits.
  Make necessary adjustments to the custom code if it is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Entries:
  
  Verify that all necessary entries in the configuration tables are present. If any entries are missing, add them as required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the payroll or time evaluation process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the IMG) or PA30 (to maintain infotypes) to check configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payroll and time management configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the U1604 error in your SAP system.