How To Fix WZ222 - Allocate an object key for object type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Allocate an object key for object type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ222 - Allocate an object key for object type & ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WZ222 Allocate an object key for object type &?
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message indicates that the system is trying to allocate (generate) an object key for a specific object type, but it cannot do so because the key range or number range for that object type is not properly defined or exhausted.
  In SAP, many objects (like documents, material numbers, etc.) require unique keys or numbers. These keys are generated from number ranges assigned to object types. If the number range is missing, not assigned, or fully used up, the system cannot allocate a new key, resulting in this warning.
  
  Common Causes:
  
  The number range object for the specified object type is not defined.
  The number range interval for the object type is not maintained or assigned.
  The number range interval is exhausted (all numbers used).
  The number range object is incorrectly configured or missing in the system.
  Custom object types created without proper number range assignment.
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Check Number Range Object:
  
  Use transaction SNRO (Number Range Objects) or SNUM to check if the number range object for the given object type exists.
  Enter the object type mentioned in the message and verify if the number range intervals are defined.
  
  
  
  Maintain Number Range Intervals:
  
  If no intervals exist, create a new number range interval with an appropriate range (e.g., from 0000000001 to 9999999999).
  Make sure the intervals are not exhausted.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Object Type:
  
  For custom objects, ensure that the number range object is correctly assigned to the object type in the configuration or development.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Verify if the number range is exhausted. If yes, extend the number range interval or create a new interval.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes are made in a development system, transport them to quality and production systems.
  
  
  
  Debugging (if needed):
  
  If the problem persists, debugging the function module that allocates the number (e.g., NUMBER_GET_NEXT) can help identify why the allocation fails.
  
  
  
  
  Related Transactions and Tools:
  
  SNRO – Number Range Objects maintenance
  SNUM – Number Range Intervals maintenance
  SE91 – Message maintenance (to check message text and details)
  SE38 / SE80 – To check or debug custom code related to number allocation
  
  
  Additional Notes:
  
  This message is a warning (W), so the system may allow you to continue, but it indicates a potential problem that should be fixed to avoid failures.
  Proper number range management is critical in SAP to ensure unique keys and avoid data inconsistencies.
  Always check if the object type is standard SAP or custom-developed, as custom objects require manual number range setup.
  
  
  If you provide the exact object type (the placeholder "&" in the message), I can help you with more specific instructions.
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Number range for the object type is missing, not maintained, or exhausted.
  
  Solution: Define and maintain number range intervals for the object type using SNRO/SNUM.
  
  Related Info: Number range objects, intervals, and assignment to object types.
  
  Let me know if you need help with a specific object type or further assistance!