How To Fix 88251 - Number range interval &1 for object &2 does not exist / is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Number range interval &1 for object &2 does not exist / is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

The number range interval &V1& for number range object &V2& either does
not exist, or is inconsistent.

System Response

The initial data creation of data filter keys is only possible for
existing and consistent number range definition.

How to fix this error?

Check the number range settings in REA Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88251 - Number range interval &1 for object &2 does not exist / is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message 88251 indicates that there is an issue with the number range interval for a specific object. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid number range interval for the specified object or when the interval is inconsistent.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Interval: The number range interval for the specified object does not exist in the system.
  Inconsistent Configuration: The number range interval may exist but is not properly configured, leading to inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range object.
  Transport Issues: If the number range configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the object name (the one indicated in the error message) and check if the number range intervals are defined.
  If the intervals are missing, you will need to create them.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Number Range Intervals:
  
  If the number range does not exist, you can create a new interval by selecting the object and clicking on "Intervals".
  Define the interval with a valid range and ensure it is active.
  
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  If the interval exists but is inconsistent, review the settings to ensure that the intervals are correctly defined and active.
  Make sure that the intervals do not overlap and that they are properly assigned to the object.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range object. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the number range was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object and number range management for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number ranges.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 88251 and ensure that the number range intervals are correctly configured for the specified object.