How To Fix 8B236 - External NF number/series is wrong &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 236

• Message text: External NF number/series is wrong &

What causes this issue?

A possible reason is that you are trying to create a complementar /
correction with reference to another complementar / correction. This
is not possible in the framework of the document flow chosen here.

System Response

Not possible to proceed.

How to fix this error?

o Cancel the preceding complementar / correction.
o Issue a new order with reference to the original billing document.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B236 - External NF number/series is wrong & ?

  The SAP error message 8B236 indicates that there is an issue with the external number or series for a document, typically related to the handling of external number ranges in the SAP system. This error often arises in the context of document postings, such as invoices or other financial documents, where the system expects a specific format or sequence for the external number.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Number Range Configuration: The external number range may not be properly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies when trying to post documents.
  Invalid Number Format: The number being entered may not conform to the expected format or length defined in the number range settings.
  Number Range Exhaustion: The number range may have been exhausted, meaning that all available numbers in the range have been used up.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to use the specified number range.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be linked to the correct number range.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and verify the configuration for the relevant number range object.
  Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and is active.
  
  
  
  Validate Number Format:
  
  Ensure that the number being entered matches the expected format (length, characters, etc.) as defined in the number range settings.
  
  
  
  Review Number Range Status:
  
  Check if the number range is exhausted. You can do this by going to the transaction code SNUM to see the status of the number ranges.
  If it is exhausted, you may need to extend the number range or create a new one.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the specified number range. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for the document type being used to ensure it is linked to the correct number range. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for financial documents.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  OBD2: Number Ranges for Document Types (for financial documents)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to number range management for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.