How To Fix 3W220 - Error in number range allocation. Run number & for & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3W - HR: Message Class South Africa

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Error in number range allocation. Run number & for & already exists

What causes this issue?

The system tried to allocate a number for the certificate generation
runs, which has already been used in an earlier run. This can occur if
the number range (HR_ZA_RUN) is modified manually.

How to fix this error?

Enter transaction SNUM.
In the 'Object' field enter HR_ZA_RUN.
Update the number range.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3W220 - Error in number range allocation. Run number & for & already exists ?

  The SAP error message 3W220 indicates that there is an issue with number range allocation in the system. Specifically, it means that the number range you are trying to use is already allocated or exists, which prevents the system from assigning a new number from that range.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Number Range: The number range you are trying to allocate has already been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings, leading to conflicts.
  Number Range Overlap: If multiple number ranges are defined for the same object, there could be an overlap causing this error.
  System Migration or Upgrade: If the system has been recently migrated or upgraded, there may be remnants of old configurations that are causing conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Number Ranges:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the number range object related to the error.
  Verify if the number range you are trying to use is already defined and if it overlaps with another range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range Configuration:
  
  If the number range is indeed already allocated, you may need to adjust the configuration. This can involve:
  
  Modifying the existing number range to accommodate new entries.
  Creating a new number range if the existing one cannot be modified.
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Old Entries:
  
  If the number range is no longer needed, consider deleting or archiving old entries to free up the range.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the number range configuration better.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, ensure that they are not interfering with the standard number range allocation.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display and maintain number ranges.
  
  
  
  Number Range Object: Each number range is associated with a specific object in SAP, and understanding the context of the object can help in troubleshooting.
  
  
  Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP Help Portal or the specific module documentation for detailed guidance on number range management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.