How To Fix 88873 - Error calculating document number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 873

• Message text: Error calculating document number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88873 - Error calculating document number ?

  The SAP error message 88873, which states "Error calculating document number," typically occurs when there is an issue with the number range configuration for document numbers in the SAP system. This error can arise in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI), Controlling (CO), or Materials Management (MM), when the system attempts to generate a new document number but encounters a problem.
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Configuration Issues: The number range for the document type may not be properly defined or may be exhausted.
  Number Range Intervals: The intervals for the number range may not be set correctly, or the system may not have access to the required number range.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the number range.
  Document Type Settings: The document type may not be correctly configured to use the specified number range.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object.
  Ensure that the number range intervals are correctly defined and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend the number range or create a new interval. This can be done in transaction code OBA7 (for FI) or OMH1 (for MM).
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the document type in transaction code OBA7 or OBY6 to ensure it is linked to the correct number range.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create documents and access the number range. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by reviewing the user's role assignments.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction code SLG1 to view application logs.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SNRO (Number Range Objects), OBA7 (Number Range Maintenance), OBY6 (Document Type Configuration), SU53 (Authorization Check), SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.