How To Fix BE023 - Number range interval & for number range object & almost exhausted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BE - General document entry

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Number range interval & for number range object & almost exhausted

What causes this issue?

Number range interval &v1& for number range object &V2& is almost
exhausted.
The system produces a numbered document for each posting. These
document changes, making them instantly identifiable. If the number
range interval is exhausted, processing cannot continue.

System Response

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_VERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Notify your system administrator or another person who is authorized to
define number range intervals.
INCLUDE NA_ALLG_VORGEHEN OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
Check number range interval &V1& in Customizing, and change it as
necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BE023 - Number range interval & for number range object & almost exhausted ?

  The SAP error message BE023 indicates that a number range interval for a specific number range object is almost exhausted. This typically occurs when the system is nearing the limit of available numbers in a defined range for a particular object, which can prevent the creation of new records.
  Cause:
  
  Exhaustion of Number Range: The number range defined for a specific object has been used up or is close to being fully utilized.
  Configuration Issues: The number range intervals may not have been configured properly, or the intervals may be too small for the volume of transactions being processed.
  High Transaction Volume: A high volume of transactions or records being created can lead to rapid consumption of the available number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the error.
  Check the current intervals and see if you can extend the range by adding a new interval or increasing the upper limit of the existing interval.
  
  
  
  Create New Number Range:
  
  If extending the existing range is not feasible, consider creating a new number range object and assigning it to the relevant application.
  
  
  
  Check for Unused Numbers:
  
  Review the existing numbers in the range to see if there are any gaps or unused numbers that can be reused.
  
  
  
  Monitor Usage:
  
  Implement monitoring to keep track of number range usage to prevent future exhaustion.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for best practices on managing number ranges.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  
  
  Number Range Object: Each number range is associated with a specific object (e.g., document types, master data) and is defined in the system.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges.
  Testing: After making changes, test the functionality to ensure that new records can be created without issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BE023 error and ensure that your number range is adequately managed for ongoing operations.