How To Fix 60509 - Internal numbers are almost used up

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 60 - Real Estate

• Message number: 509

• Message text: Internal numbers are almost used up

What causes this issue?

The system automatically creates the rental agreement numbers within a
predefined interval. However the upper limit of the interval is almost
reached.

System Response

The message is a warning. Processing will be continued.

How to fix this error?

The number range interval has to be enlarged. Inform your system
administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 60509 - Internal numbers are almost used up ?

  The SAP error message 60509, which states "Internal numbers are almost used up," typically indicates that the system is running low on available internal number ranges for certain objects. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with document numbers, transaction numbers, or other internal identifiers that SAP uses to manage data.
  Cause:
  
  Exhaustion of Number Ranges: The most common cause of this error is that the defined number range for a particular object (like invoices, purchase orders, etc.) is nearing its limit. Each object type has a defined range of numbers that can be used, and once these numbers are exhausted, the system cannot generate new identifiers.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration of number ranges may not be set up correctly, leading to premature exhaustion.
  High Volume of Transactions: If your organization is processing a high volume of transactions, it can lead to quicker consumption of the available number ranges.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Extend Number Ranges:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Identify the relevant number range object that is causing the issue.
  Check the current number range settings and extend the range if necessary. You can do this by adjusting the upper limit of the number range.
  Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Create New Number Ranges:
  
  If extending the existing number range is not feasible, consider creating a new number range for the object.
  This can be done in the same SNRO transaction by defining a new number range and assigning it to the relevant object.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the number ranges to ensure they are set up correctly and that there are no overlaps or misconfigurations.
  
  
  
  Monitor Usage:
  
  Implement monitoring for number range usage to proactively manage and avoid running into this issue in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on managing number ranges.
  System Performance: Regularly check system performance and transaction volumes to anticipate when number ranges might need to be adjusted.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly review and maintain number ranges as part of system administration.
  Set up alerts or monitoring to notify administrators when number ranges are nearing their limits.
  Document any changes made to number ranges for future reference and audits.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 60509 and prevent it from occurring in the future.