How To Fix BE022 - Number range & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BE - General document entry

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Number range & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Number range &V1& does not exist in the system.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose another number range or create this one in Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BE022 - Number range & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BE022 indicates that a specified number range does not exist. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document (such as a purchase order, sales order, etc.) that requires a number from a number range that has not been defined or has been incorrectly configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specific document type you are trying to create does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range may have been deleted or not properly configured in the customizing settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range.
  Client-Specific Settings: The number range may be defined in a different client, and you are working in a client where it is not defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the document type you are trying to create.
  Ensure that the number range is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Define a New Number Range:
  
  If the number range does not exist, you may need to create a new one.
  Use transaction code SNRO to create a new number range object or modify an existing one.
  Ensure that the number range is properly assigned to the relevant document type.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to the relevant area (e.g., Materials Management, Sales and Distribution) and check the settings for the document type to ensure it is linked to the correct number range.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they have the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator. They may need to check for any system-wide issues or configurations that could be affecting number ranges.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SPRO: SAP Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BE022 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.