How To Fix C+162 - Client &1, number range object &2: Insufficient free numbers available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Client &1, number range object &2: Insufficient free numbers available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+162 - Client &1, number range object &2: Insufficient free numbers available ?

  The SAP error message C+162 indicates that there are insufficient free numbers available in a specified number range object for a particular client. This typically occurs when the number range has been exhausted, meaning that all the numbers within the defined range have been allocated or used up.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The most common cause is that the number range defined for the object has been completely used up.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings, such as incorrect intervals or limits.
  High Volume of Transactions: If there is a high volume of transactions being processed, it can quickly deplete the available numbers in the range.
  Incorrect Number Range Assignment: The number range object may not be correctly assigned to the relevant document type or transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object (identified by &2 in the error message).
  Check the current intervals and extend the range if necessary by adding new intervals or increasing the upper limit of the existing interval.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Use transaction code SNUM to check the status of the number range and see how many numbers are still available.
  If the number range is exhausted, you will need to extend it as mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the number range is correctly configured and assigned to the appropriate document types or transaction codes.
  Check if there are any other number ranges that can be used as alternatives.
  
  
  
  Monitor Usage:
  
  Implement monitoring to keep track of number range usage, especially if you expect high transaction volumes.
  
  
  
  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 range status.
  
  
  Number Range Object: A number range object is a defined range of numbers that can be used for various purposes in SAP, such as document numbering, order numbers, etc.
  Client: The client number (&1 in the error message) refers to the specific SAP client where the error occurred. Each client can have its own number ranges.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C+162 error and ensure that there are sufficient free numbers available in the specified number range object.