How To Fix CB215 - There are more message numbers required than left in the number range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CB - PP-PI-PMA: Dialog Messages for Process Management

• Message number: 215

• Message text: There are more message numbers required than left in the number range

What causes this issue?

When a control recipe is created, a number from the number range &V1&
of the number range object &V2& is assigned. The remaining numbers in
this number range are not enough for the current processing step.

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?

INCLUDE 'NA_SYSVERW' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CB215 - There are more message numbers required than left in the number range ?

  The SAP error message CB215, which states "There are more message numbers required than left in the number range," typically occurs when the system attempts to generate more message numbers than are available in the defined number range for a particular object or document type. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating new documents, messages, or records that require unique identifiers.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range defined for the specific object (e.g., messages, documents) has been exhausted. This means that all available numbers in the range have been used up.
  Configuration Issues: The number range may not be configured correctly, or the intervals may not be set up to accommodate the expected volume of messages.
  High Volume of Transactions: A sudden increase in the volume of transactions or messages being processed can lead to the number range being depleted faster than anticipated.
  
  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 number range intervals and extend them if necessary. You can add new intervals or increase the upper limit of the existing range.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the relevant document type or message type.
  If there are multiple number ranges, verify that the correct one is being used.
  
  
  
  Monitor Usage:
  
  Regularly monitor the usage of number ranges to prevent running out of numbers in the future. This can be done through reports or by setting up alerts.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the volume of transactions is expected to increase, consider adjusting the configuration to accommodate higher usage. This may involve creating additional number ranges or modifying existing ones.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for best practices regarding number range management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide guidance on number range management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CB215 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.