How To Fix 06227 - Number range & for purchase requisitions not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Number range & for purchase requisitions not defined

What causes this issue?

<GL:number_range>Number range</> &V1& for the document number you
entered has not been defined for <GL:purchase_requisition>purchase
requisitions</>.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE EINGABE_PRUEFEN_NA LANGUAGE EN
INCLUDE SYSADMIN_NA LANGUAGE EN
The latter can make the necessary settings using the Implementation
Guide (IMG) <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMEOMEB>Define document types and
number ranges</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06227 - Number range & for purchase requisitions not defined ?

  The SAP error message "06227 Number range & for purchase requisitions not defined" indicates that the system is unable to generate a new purchase requisition number because the number range for purchase requisitions has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The primary cause of this error is that the number range for purchase requisitions has not been set up in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to number ranges for the purchasing module.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify number range settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the number range for purchase requisitions in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Purchase Requisition -> Define Number Ranges for Purchase Requisitions
  
  
  
  
  Define Number Ranges:
  
  In the number range configuration screen, you can create a new number range or modify an existing one.
  Ensure that you define the number range intervals (e.g., from 100000 to 199999) and assign it to the relevant document type for purchase requisitions.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Document Type:
  
  After defining the number range, ensure that it is assigned to the appropriate document type for purchase requisitions (e.g., NB for standard purchase requisitions).
  
  
  
  Save Changes: 
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create purchase requisitions and access number range settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SNRO (Number Range Objects) to view and manage number ranges.
  Document Types: Familiarize yourself with the different document types used in purchasing, as they may have specific number ranges associated with them.
  Testing: After making the changes, test the creation of a purchase requisition to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.