How To Fix 5W193 - Enter only subarea of SAP-reserved number range interval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Enter only subarea of SAP-reserved number range interval

What causes this issue?

The number range entered is only a subarea of the SAP-reserved numbers
and check sum.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you did not intend to enter only a subarea of the SAP-reserved
numbers, correct this number range.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W193 - Enter only subarea of SAP-reserved number range interval ?

  The SAP error message 5W193 ("Enter only subarea of SAP-reserved number range interval") typically occurs when a user attempts to enter a number range that is not valid or is outside the defined subarea for a specific number range interval in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Number Range: The user is trying to enter a number that does not belong to the defined subarea of the SAP-reserved number range.
  Configuration Issue: The number range intervals may not be properly configured in the system, leading to conflicts or invalid entries.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly entered a number that is not allowed or is outside the expected range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the subarea is correctly defined and that the number range intervals are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Use Valid Number:
  
  Ensure that the number you are trying to enter falls within the valid range defined for the specific subarea.
  If you are unsure of the valid range, consult with your SAP administrator or refer to the documentation for the specific module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or module to understand the expected number range and any restrictions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it through configuration or valid input, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SNRO for number range management and SE11 for data dictionary objects.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify number ranges.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.