How To Fix /BOFU/COMMON_MSG036 - No external number range found for BO key &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/COMMON_MSG -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: No external number range found for BO key &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/COMMON_MSG036 - No external number range found for BO key &1 ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/COMMON_MSG036 No external number range found for BO key &1 typically indicates that the system is unable to find an external number range for a specific Business Object (BO) key. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when creating or processing business objects that require a unique identifier.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The external number range for the specified BO key has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect BO Key: The BO key provided in the error message may be incorrect or not properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range configuration.
  System Settings: The system may not be properly set up to handle external number ranges for the specified business object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the relevant number range object associated with the BO key mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that an external number range is defined and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Define External Number Range:
  
  If the external number range is not defined, you will need to create it.
  In the SNRO transaction, select the appropriate number range object and create a new external number range.
  Make sure to specify the intervals and ensure that they do not overlap with existing ranges.
  
  
  
  Check BO Key Configuration:
  
  Verify that the BO key is correctly configured in the relevant customizing settings.
  Ensure that the key is correctly mapped to the number range object.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify number range settings.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they have the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the business object and number range configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  
  
  Business Object Configuration: Depending on the specific business object, you may need to check additional customizing settings in the relevant application area (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Materials Management).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the external number range is properly configured for the specified business object key.