How To Fix WP206 - Enter a value that is greater than start number


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WP - Messages from POS interface

  • Message number: 206

  • Message text: Enter a value that is greater than start number

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP206 - Enter a value that is greater than start number ?
    Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WP206: "Enter a value that is greater than start number":
    
    Error Message:
    WP206 - Enter a value that is greater than start number
    
    
    Cause: This error occurs when you are entering a range of numbers (for example, a range of personnel numbers, document numbers, or any other numeric range) and the end number you entered is less than or equal to the start number. SAP expects the end number to be strictly greater than the start number to define a valid range. When does it typically occur? When defining or changing number ranges in transaction codes like SNRO, SNUM, or during master data creation/modification where number ranges are involved. When entering a range of values in selection screens or reports. When maintaining personnel numbers, document numbers, or any other numeric ranges in customizing or master data.
    Solution: Check the values you entered: Ensure that the end number is greater than the

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