How To Fix CM_EHFND_COMN060 - Value &1 is not in the external number range interval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_COMN - Commonly Used Messages

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Value &1 is not in the external number range interval

What causes this issue?

You entered a value that does not fall within the external number range
interval of this number range object.

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?

Enter a value that falls within the external number range interval, or
leave the field empty to apply an internal number range.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_COMN060 - Value &1 is not in the external number range interval ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_COMN060 indicates that a value you are trying to use is not within the defined external number range interval. This typically occurs when you are attempting to use a number (like a document number, ID, or similar) that is not valid according to the number range settings configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Number: The value you are trying to use does not fall within the defined external number range for the object you are working with.
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for the specific object may not be properly configured or may have been changed, leading to the current value being outside the allowed range.
  Number Range Deactivation: The number range might be deactivated or not assigned to the relevant object type.
  Custom Development: If there is custom development involved, it may not be correctly handling the number range assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the error.
  Check the intervals defined for the number range and ensure that the value you are trying to use falls within these intervals.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the value is indeed outside the range, you may need to extend the number range or create a new interval that includes the value.
  Ensure that the number range is active and properly assigned to the relevant object.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If this error arises from custom development, review the code to ensure it is correctly fetching and using the number range.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or notes related to the specific number range object for any additional configuration steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to number ranges.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify number ranges.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.