How To Fix 06371 - Internal number range for info records nearly exhausted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 371

• Message text: Internal number range for info records nearly exhausted

What causes this issue?

All the numbers in the internal <GL:number_range>number range</>
defined for purchasing info records have been assigned.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.
The latter can extend the number ranges using the Implementation
Guide (IMG): <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMEOMEO>Define number ranges</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06371 - Internal number range for info records nearly exhausted ?

  The SAP error message "06371 Internal number range for info records nearly exhausted" indicates that the internal number range for info records (which are used in purchasing) is close to being fully utilized. This can happen when the system has a limited range of numbers available for creating new info records, and it is approaching the maximum limit.
  Cause:
  
  Exhaustion of Number Range: The internal number range for info records has a defined limit, and if many info records have been created, the system may be nearing this limit.
  Configuration Issues: The number range may not have been configured to allow for a sufficient range of numbers.
  System Settings: The settings for the number range may not have been adjusted to accommodate the volume of transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the object related to info records, typically EINA (Purchasing Info Record).
  Check the current number range settings and extend the range if necessary. You can do this by adjusting the upper limit of the number range.
  
  
  
  Create a New Number Range:
  
  If extending the existing number range is not feasible, you can create a new number range for info records.
  This involves defining a new number range object and assigning it to the relevant info record types.
  
  
  
  Monitor Usage:
  
  Regularly monitor the usage of the number range to prevent future exhaustion.
  Implement alerts or reports to notify administrators when the number range is nearing its limit.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific steps and best practices related to number range management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number ranges.
  OMN1: To maintain number ranges for purchasing info records.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this issue.
  
  
  System Performance: Consider the overall performance and configuration of your SAP system, as a well-optimized system can help manage number ranges more effectively.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to manage info records efficiently to avoid unnecessary creation of records that could lead to number range exhaustion.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.