How To Fix 54245 - Number chosen should be < min.number and <> max.number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 54 - Messages for HR tables

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Number chosen should be < min.number and <> max.number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 54245 - Number chosen should be < min.number and <> max.number ?

  The SAP error message 54245, which states "Number chosen should be < min.number and <> max.number," typically occurs in scenarios where a user is trying to select a number that does not meet the specified criteria defined in the system. This error is often related to number ranges or number assignments in various SAP modules, such as when creating documents, orders, or other entities that require a specific number format or range.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number you are trying to use falls outside the defined number range. Each number range has a minimum and maximum value, and the chosen number must be less than the maximum and greater than or equal to the minimum.
  Custom Validation Rules: There may be custom validation rules implemented in the system that enforce specific criteria for number selection.
  Document Type Settings: The document type you are using may have specific number range settings that restrict the numbers that can be assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) or SNUM (Number Range Maintenance) to check the number range settings for the relevant object.
  Ensure that the number you are trying to use falls within the defined minimum and maximum values.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Number:
  
  If the number you are trying to enter is outside the allowed range, choose a different number that meets the criteria.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Configuration:
  
  If applicable, check the configuration of the document type you are working with to ensure that it is set up correctly and that the number ranges are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the number range settings or if you need to adjust them, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, review them to see if they are affecting the number selection process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Objects
  SNUM - Number Range Maintenance
  OBD2 - Number Range for Document Types (for specific modules)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to number ranges and document types for more detailed information on how to configure and manage them.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 54245 and successfully select a valid number within the defined range.