How To Fix 69987 - Number range object key "&" not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 69 - Central Functions of Financial Asset Management

• Message number: 987

• Message text: Number range object key "&" not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69987 - Number range object key "&" not defined ?

  The SAP error message "69987 Number range object key '&' not defined" typically indicates that the system is trying to access a number range object that has not been properly defined or configured in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when creating documents, records, or transactions that require a unique identifier from a number range.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Object: The specified number range object key (represented by "&") does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range object may exist, but it has not been properly configured with the necessary intervals or settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range object.
  Transport Issues: If the number range object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated or configured correctly in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Object:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the number range object key that is causing the error and check if it exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or check with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Define Number Range Intervals:
  
  If the number range object exists, check if it has defined intervals.
  In transaction SNRO, select the object and check the intervals. If none are defined, you will need to create them.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the number range object. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the number range object was recently transported, ensure that all necessary configurations have been applied in the target system.
  You may need to re-transport or manually configure the number range object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific number range object to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SU53: To check authorization issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to number range objects.
  Custom Development: If the number range object is part of a custom development, ensure that the development team has followed the correct procedures for defining and activating number ranges.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message "69987 Number range object key '&' not defined."