How To Fix ABI016 - Define EPC serial number ranges for elements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ABI - Auto-ID Backend Integration Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Define EPC serial number ranges for elements

What causes this issue?

You have selected one or more number range elements (GTIN numbers) upon
which to base EPC serial numbers to be sent to the auto-ID
infrastructure. However, no records have been created in the relevant
Customizing table.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The system has aborted processing.

How to fix this error?

Contact the system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Create a record for the number range element in IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_LOSCIAIDNORANGE>Define EPC Serial Number Ranges</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ABI016 - Define EPC serial number ranges for elements ?

  The SAP error message ABI016, which states "Define EPC serial number ranges for elements," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or when dealing with the management of serial numbers in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires you to define serial number ranges for the Equipment or Asset Master Records.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to create or manage an asset or equipment that requires a serial number, but the system does not have defined ranges for the serial numbers.
  The configuration for serial number management is incomplete or not set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ABI016 error, you need to define the serial number ranges for the relevant equipment or asset types. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Plant Maintenance and Customer Service -> Maintenance and Service Processing -> Maintenance and Service Processing -> Define Serial Number Ranges
  
  
  
  
  Define Serial Number Ranges:
  
  In the configuration screen, you will need to create a new entry for the serial number range.
  Specify the following details:
  
  Object Type: Choose the appropriate object type (e.g., Equipment, Asset).
  Serial Number Range: Define the range of serial numbers that can be used.
  Number Range Interval: Specify the interval for the serial numbers.
  Status: Set the status to "Active."
  
  
  
  
  
  Save the Configuration:
  
  After entering the necessary details, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make these changes in the system.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After defining the serial number ranges, try to create or manage the asset or equipment again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OIAE (for serial number management) or OANR (for number range management) to access relevant settings directly.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on serial number management and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, 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 ABI016 error and successfully manage your assets or equipment with serial numbers in SAP.