How To Fix W0137 - Number range already used for layout maintenance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W0 - Customizing - ISR

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Number range already used for layout maintenance

What causes this issue?

You entered a layout number range that is already reserved for a
specific <GL:layout_type>layout type</> (such as a product catalog
layout, a promotion product catalog layout or a plant layout).

System Response

The relevant layout area cannot be assigned to an original system in
ALR inbound for product catalogs.

How to fix this error?

Select a different external layout number range or create a layout
number range.

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 W0137 - Number range already used for layout maintenance ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W0137 - Number range already used for layout maintenance
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you try to assign or create a number range interval for layout maintenance (such as form layouts, print layouts, or other customizable layouts) in SAP, but the number range interval you are attempting to use is already assigned or in use by another layout or object.
  In other words, the system prevents overlapping or duplicate number range intervals to avoid conflicts in layout identification and processing.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Number ranges in SAP are used to uniquely identify objects like documents, layouts, or forms.
  Each layout maintenance object must have a unique number range interval.
  If you try to assign a number range interval that is already assigned to another layout, SAP issues this warning to prevent duplication.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Number Ranges:
  
  Go to the transaction or customizing node where number ranges for layouts are maintained.
  Review the existing number range intervals and identify which intervals are already assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign a Different Number Range Interval:
  
  Choose a number range interval that is not currently in use.
  If necessary, create a new number range interval that does not overlap with existing ones.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range Intervals:
  
  If you have overlapping intervals, adjust the intervals so that each layout has a unique, non-overlapping number range.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  For example, if this is related to form layouts, you might use transaction SFP (Form Builder) or SPRO (for customizing number ranges).
  For number range maintenance, transaction SNRO or SNK1 can be used to check and maintain number ranges.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Basis Team:
  
  If unsure about which number ranges are free or how to create new intervals, consult your SAP Basis or functional team.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Number Range Objects: Number ranges are defined for various objects in SAP and are managed centrally.
  Transaction SNRO: Used to display and maintain number range objects.
  Transaction SNK1: Used to create and maintain number range intervals.
  Layouts: Could refer to print layouts, form layouts, or other customizable templates in SAP.
  Avoid Overlaps: Always ensure number ranges do not overlap to prevent data inconsistencies or processing errors.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Attempt to assign a number range interval already in use for layout maintenance.
  Solution: Assign a unique, non-overlapping number range interval by checking and adjusting existing intervals.
  Tools: Use transactions SNRO, SNK1, SFP, or SPRO to manage number ranges and layouts.
  
  
  If you provide the specific SAP module or transaction where this error occurs, I can give more tailored instructions.