How To Fix BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE029 - Number not within external number range interval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE - BC Training (All Courses)

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Number not within external number range interval

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE029 - Number not within external number range interval ?

  The SAP error message BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE029 with the description "Number not within external number range interval" typically occurs when you are trying to create or process an object (like a document, order, or master data) that requires a number from an external number range, but the number you are trying to use is not within the defined range.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number you are trying to use is outside the defined external number range for the object type you are working with. Each object type in SAP has a specific number range defined, and if the number you are trying to use does not fall within this range, you will encounter this error.
  Number Range Assignment: The number range might not be properly assigned to the relevant object type or it may not be activated.
  Number Range Exhaustion: If the number range is exhausted (i.e., all numbers in the range have been used), you will also receive this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for the document or data you are trying to create.
  Check the defined intervals to ensure that the number you are trying to use falls within the specified range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number is outside the range, you may need to adjust the number range intervals. This can be done by:
  
  Creating a new interval that includes the number you want to use.
  Extending the existing interval to include more numbers.
  
  
  Ensure that the number range is set to external if you are using external numbers.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the relevant object type in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Number Range Exhaustion:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you will need to create a new interval or extend the existing one to allow for more numbers.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific guidance on managing number ranges.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display and manage number ranges.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to change number range settings.
  Testing: After making changes, test the creation of the object again to ensure the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error BC_DATAMODEL_SERVICE029 and successfully create or process the required object in SAP.