How To Fix VF376 - Numbering routine returned prefix TMP, which is reserved for system use.á

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VF - Billing

• Message number: 376

• Message text: Numbering routine returned prefix TMP, which is reserved for system use.á

What causes this issue?

The routine for flexible billing document numbering that was called
tried to assign the number range prefix TMP to the new billing document.
This number range prefix is reserved for system use and cannot be
assigned using custom numbering routines.

System Response

No billing document is created.

How to fix this error?

Change the routine (either the corresponding BAdI implementation or the
Configurable Parameter and Formulas decision table) so that it no longer
tries to assign number range prefix TMP.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VF376 - Numbering routine returned prefix TMP, which is reserved for system use.á ?

  The SAP error message VF376 indicates that the numbering routine has returned a prefix "TMP," which is reserved for system use. This typically occurs in the context of billing documents or invoice processing in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the system attempting to generate a document number using a prefix that is not allowed for user-defined document types. The prefix "TMP" is reserved for temporary documents or system-generated documents, and it cannot be used for standard billing documents or invoices.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to billing documents (e.g., FBNR for billing documents).
  Ensure that the number range is correctly defined and that the prefix used is not "TMP."
  
  
  
  Adjust Numbering Routine:
  
  If you have custom logic in your numbering routine, review it to ensure it does not return the "TMP" prefix.
  You may need to modify the custom code to return a valid prefix that is not reserved for system use.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the billing document type in transaction VOTXN or VOTX (depending on your SAP version).
  Ensure that the document type is correctly assigned to a valid number range that does not use the "TMP" prefix.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Development Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or development team. They may need to investigate the custom code or configuration further.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that billing documents can be created successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to billing document processing and number range management for additional insights.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO - Number Range Objects
  VOTXN or VOTX - Billing Document Type Configuration
  VF01 - Create Billing Document
  VF02 - Change Billing Document
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the VF376 error and implement a solution to resolve it.