How To Fix W0140 - Layout number range '&' is not external

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W0 - Customizing - ISR

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Layout number range '&' is not external

What causes this issue?

The layout number range you entered is not external.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Please select an existing external layout number range (from among the
possible entries) or create a new external number range (via "Create
number range"), before assigning it to the original system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W0140 - Layout number range '&' is not external ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W0140 - Layout number range '&' is not external
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you try to assign or use a layout number range that is defined as internal rather than external. In SAP, number ranges can be defined as either internal or external:
  
  Internal number range: SAP automatically assigns numbers from this range.
  External number range: The user or an external system can specify the number manually.
  
  The error indicates that the layout number range you are trying to use or assign is set as internal, but the process or transaction requires an external number range (i.e., the number must be entered manually or provided externally).
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When configuring or assigning layout number ranges in SAPscript or Smart Forms.
  When printing or generating forms that require external number assignment.
  When customizing number ranges for layouts in transaction codes like SPAD (Spool Administration) or form management.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant number range maintenance transaction (e.g., SNRO or specific customizing path).
  Find the number range object related to the layout numbers.
  Verify if the number range interval is defined as internal or external.
  
  
  
  Change Number Range to External:
  
  If the process requires an external number range, change the number range interval to external.
  This allows manual input or external assignment of layout numbers.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Process or Program:
  
  If changing the number range is not possible or desired, adjust the process to use internal number assignment.
  Ensure that the program or transaction does not expect an external number range.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing for Layouts:
  
  In case of SAPscript or Smart Forms, check the layout number assignment in the customizing.
  Make sure the layout number range is consistent with the expected number assignment method.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SNRO: Number range object maintenance.
  Transaction SPAD: Spool Administration, where layout numbers and forms are managed.
  SAPscript / Smart Forms: Layout numbers are often assigned via number ranges.
  SAP Note / Documentation: Check SAP Notes or help documentation for specific module-related instructions.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Layout number range is defined as internal but external assignment is required.
  Solution: Change the number range interval to external or adjust the process to use internal numbering.
  Check: Number range configuration in SNRO, layout assignment in SPAD or form customizing.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or context where this error occurs, I can give more tailored instructions.