How To Fix CH066 - The material number is not within any internal number range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CH - CAD/PP integration messages

• Message number: 066

• Message text: The material number is not within any internal number range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CH066 - The material number is not within any internal number range ?

  The SAP error message CH066, which states "The material number is not within any internal number range," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a material master record, and the material number you are using does not fall within the defined internal number range for materials in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Number Range Configuration: The internal number range for materials may not be properly configured in the system.
  Material Number Not Assigned: The material number you are trying to use may not be assigned to any internal number range.
  Number Range Object Issues: The number range object for materials (usually MATERIAL) may not be set up correctly or may have been changed.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify materials in the specified number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to materials (usually MATERIAL).
  Check if the number range intervals are defined correctly and that they are active.
  
  
  
  Define or Adjust Number Ranges:
  
  If the number range is not defined, you may need to create a new number range interval.
  If the existing number range is not sufficient, you can adjust the intervals to accommodate the required material numbers.
  
  
  
  Check Material Type Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code OMS2 to check the material types and their number range assignments.
  Ensure that the material type you are using is assigned to the correct number range.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify materials. This can be checked in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Configuration Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the number range settings are correct and that there are no underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OMS2: Define Number Ranges for Material Types
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and material master data configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number ranges and material master records.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CH066 error message in SAP.