How To Fix 60557 - The number must lie in the range from & to &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 60 - Real Estate

• Message number: 557

• Message text: The number must lie in the range from & to &

What causes this issue?

There are different number ranges for commercial and residential rental
agreements. The distinction is made according to the rental unit usage
type (commercial, mixed usage...). You have entered a number which is
not permitted for the number range interval.

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?

Enter a number from the specified area or change to the corresponding
lease processing activity.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 60557 - The number must lie in the range from & to & ?

  The SAP error message 60557, which states "The number must lie in the range from & to &," typically occurs when a user attempts to enter a value that falls outside of the predefined range for a specific field in an SAP transaction or program. This error is often related to numeric fields where the system expects a value within a certain limit.
  Cause:
  
  Input Value Out of Range: The most common cause is that the value entered by the user is less than the minimum or greater than the maximum allowed value for that field.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the range limits may be incorrectly configured in the system settings or master data.
  Data Type Mismatch: The field may be expecting a different data type (e.g., integer vs. decimal) which can lead to unexpected behavior.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to enter certain values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Value: Verify the value you are trying to enter and ensure it falls within the specified range. The error message usually indicates the valid range.
  Review Field Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings for the field in question to ensure that the range is set correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction or program to understand the expected input values.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the valid input ranges for the fields they are working with.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you believe the configuration is correct, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transactions, so knowing the specific transaction code can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Field Documentation: Look into the field documentation in the Data Dictionary (SE11) to understand the expected data types and ranges.
  Debugging: If you have technical knowledge, you can debug the program to see where the value is being validated and why it is failing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.