How To Fix 4F287 - Maintain number range object for object &, year &, series group &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 4F - Message class for India localization

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Maintain number range object for object &, year &, series group &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 4F287 - Maintain number range object for object &, year &, series group & ?

  The SAP error message 4F287 indicates that there is an issue with the number range object configuration for a specific object, year, and series group. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid number range for the specified parameters, which can prevent the creation of new records in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Object: The number range object for the specified parameters has not been defined or is missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range object may be incorrectly configured, such as having no intervals defined for the specified year or series group.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or maintain the number range object.
  Year-Specific Configuration: The number range may be year-specific, and the current year may not have a defined range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Number Range Object:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the name of the number range object that corresponds to the error message.
  Check if the number range intervals are defined for the specified year and series group.
  If not, create a new interval or adjust the existing intervals to include the required year and series group.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the number range object is correctly configured in the system.
  Verify that the intervals are active and not locked.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain number ranges. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to number range management for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To maintain number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  
  
  Number Range Management: Understanding how number ranges work in SAP is crucial. They are used to generate unique identifiers for various objects in the system, such as documents, invoices, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to number range management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 4F287 and ensure that the number range object is properly maintained in your SAP system.