How To Fix CK026 - Number range object & not found in number assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Number range object & not found in number assignment

What causes this issue?

Every <DS:GLOS.costing_variant>costing variant</> is assigned to a
number range object via the reference object.
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A number was not assigned in costing, because the number range object
is missing.

How to fix this error?

If you have authorization for Customizing, display this costing variant
to find out the reference object belonging to it.

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

Select a valid reference object.
If there is no reference object, or if you have no authorization for
Customizing, inform your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK026 - Number range object & not found in number assignment ?

  The SAP error message CK026 indicates that the system cannot find a number range object for the specified number assignment. This typically occurs in the context of creating or processing material documents, cost estimates, or other transactions that require unique number assignments.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Object: The specified number range object (e.g., for cost estimates, material documents) is not defined in the system.
  Number Range Not Assigned: The number range object exists, but it has not been assigned to the relevant application or transaction.
  Number Range Deactivated: The number range may be deactivated or not properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the name of the number range object that is causing the error and check if it exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range:
  
  If the number range object exists but is not assigned, you may need to assign it to the relevant application.
  This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the specific module (e.g., controlling, materials management).
  
  
  
  Activate Number Range:
  
  Ensure that the number range is active and properly configured. You can check this in the same SNRO transaction.
  If necessary, create a new number range interval or adjust the existing one.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range object.
  This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific number range object for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  SE11: To check data dictionary objects related to the number range.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific number range object or error message.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the CK026 error in your SAP system.