How To Fix 5U246 - Number range does not exist for the ADP company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Number range does not exist for the ADP company code &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U246 - Number range does not exist for the ADP company code & ?

  The SAP error message 5U246 indicates that there is an issue with the number range for the specified ADP (Automatic Data Processing) company code. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a valid number range for the document type or transaction you are trying to process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range: The number range for the specified company code has not been defined or is missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range may not be correctly assigned to the document type or company code.
  Inactive Number Range: The number range might be inactive or not available for the current period.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check if the number range object related to the document type you are using is defined for the specified company code.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create a new number range for that company code.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range:
  
  Use transaction code OBA7 (for document types) or OBC4 (for number ranges) to assign the number range to the appropriate document type and company code.
  Ensure that the number range is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Ensure that the number range is not locked or inactive. You can check this in the number range configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the number range. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OBA7: Document Types
  OBC4: Number Range Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5U246 related to the number range for the ADP company code.