How To Fix APERB002 - Not enough numbers are available in number range &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APERB - Error Messages for Periodic Posting Run

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Not enough numbers are available in number range &1

What causes this issue?

There are not enough document numbers for object &V2& in number range
&v1&.

System Response

The posting run is not executed.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries (company code, document type) and then start the
posting run again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APERB002 - Not enough numbers are available in number range &1 ?

  The SAP error message APERB002 indicates that there are not enough numbers available in the specified number range. This typically occurs when the system has exhausted the available numbers in a defined number range for a particular object, such as a document, invoice, or other transactional data.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range defined for the specific object has been completely used up.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range may not be configured correctly, or the intervals may not be set appropriately.
  Limited Number Range: The number range might be too narrow for the volume of transactions being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the APERB002 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the error.
  Check the current status of the number range and see how many numbers are still available.
  
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by adding more intervals.
  In the SNRO transaction, select the number range object and adjust the intervals to increase the available range.
  
  
  
  Create a New Number Range:
  
  If necessary, you can create a new number range for the object in question.
  Ensure that the new number range is properly assigned to the relevant document type or object.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements that might affect number range assignment, review those to ensure they are functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  
  
  Number Range Management: Understanding how number ranges work in SAP is crucial. Each object type (like invoices, purchase orders, etc.) can have its own number range.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the APERB002 error and ensure that your number ranges are properly configured to handle the volume of transactions in your SAP system.