How To Fix 56523 - Check the Number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 56 - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

• Message number: 523

• Message text: Check the Number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56523 - Check the Number ?

  The SAP error message 56523, which states "Check the Number," typically occurs in the context of number range management. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid number in the specified number range for the document or transaction you are trying to create or process.
  Causes:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range you are trying to use has been exhausted, meaning all available numbers have been assigned.
  Incorrect Number Range Configuration: The number range may not be properly configured or may not be assigned to the relevant document type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified number range.
  Inactive Number Range: The number range may be inactive or not available for the current period or transaction type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the status of the number range object related to the document type you are working with.
  Ensure that the number range is active and has available numbers.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it. This can be done in transaction code SNRO or SNUM (depending on your SAP version).
  You can create a new number range or extend the existing one to accommodate more numbers.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the number range in transaction code OBA7 (for document types) or the relevant configuration transaction for your specific module.
  Ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the document type you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SNRO, SNUM, OBA7, SU53
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number range management.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and profiles are correctly set up to allow access to the required number ranges.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.