How To Fix CACSMD081 - The number specified is in the critical area of number range &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSMD - Message Texts for Master Data

• Message number: 081

• Message text: The number specified is in the critical area of number range &

What causes this issue?

For every number range object, a percentage rate is defined by SAP for
the critical area.
The critical area is reached for number range &V1&; that means that
only a few numbers are still free.

System Response

This action is continued.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the interval limits for number range &V1& need to be
extended within number range Customizing: Area <LS>Preparation of
Posting Processing and Parallel Processing

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSMD081 - The number specified is in the critical area of number range & ?

  The SAP error message CACSMD081 indicates that the number specified is in the critical area of a number range. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or assign a number that falls within a reserved or critical range of numbers defined in the system. This is a common issue in SAP systems where number ranges are managed to ensure that certain numbers are not used for regular transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Critical Number Range: The number you are trying to use falls within a range that is reserved for specific purposes, such as system-generated numbers or special transactions.
  Configuration Settings: The number range configuration may have been set up to reserve certain numbers for critical operations, which prevents users from manually assigning them.
  Number Range Overlap: There may be an overlap in the number ranges defined for different document types or objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object.
  Identify the critical area defined for the number range and see if the number you are trying to use falls within that range.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Number:
  
  If the number you are trying to use is in the critical area, you will need to select a different number that is outside of this range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range Settings (if applicable):
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can modify the number range settings to change the critical area. However, this should be done with caution and typically requires consultation with your SAP Basis or configuration team to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific module or transaction you are working with to understand the implications of the critical number range.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is affecting critical business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Object Maintenance
  SNUM - Number Range Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify number range settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CACSMD081 error and continue with your SAP transactions.