How To Fix 8I862 - Number Range does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8I - Localization India

• Message number: 862

• Message text: Number Range does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8I862 - Number Range does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 8I862: Number Range does not exist typically occurs when the system is trying to access a number range that has not been defined or has been deleted. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating documents, transactions, or master data that require a unique identifier from a specific number range.
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specific object (e.g., document type, master data) has not been set up in the system.
  Number Range Deleted: The number range that was previously defined has been deleted or is no longer active.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the number range might be incorrect or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Define the Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check if the number range object related to the error is defined.
  If it is not defined, create a new number range by following the necessary steps to set it up.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Ensure that the number range is active and not marked for deletion.
  You can check this in the same SNRO transaction or through the specific configuration transaction related to the object.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (e.g., SPRO) and ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the relevant document types or objects.
  Make sure that the number range intervals are correctly defined and that they do not overlap with other ranges.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range.
  Check the user roles and profiles to ensure they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the number range object in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SPRO: To access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to number ranges.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 8I862 and ensure that the necessary number ranges are properly configured in your SAP system.