How To Fix AM278 - Number range number & is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Number range number & is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM278 - Number range number & is not valid ?

  The SAP error message AM278, which states "Number range number & is not valid," typically occurs when there is an issue with the number range configuration for asset accounting. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when creating or posting an asset, or when trying to execute transactions related to asset management.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Number Range Configuration: The number range for the asset class you are trying to use is either not defined or has been incorrectly configured.
  Number Range Status: The number range may be set to "not available" or "not active" for the relevant period.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range.
  Missing Number Range Object: The number range object for the asset class may not be defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OANR (Number Ranges for Assets) in SAP.
  Verify that the number range for the relevant asset class is defined and active.
  Ensure that the number range intervals are correctly set up and that they are not exhausted.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range Status:
  
  If the number range is inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new number range interval.
  Ensure that the number range is valid for the fiscal year you are working in.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to create or manage assets. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to ensure that the configuration is correct and that there are no underlying system issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OANR: To manage number ranges for asset accounting.
  AS01: To create an asset.
  AS02: To change an asset.
  AS03: To display an asset.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number ranges in asset accounting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AM278 error in SAP.