How To Fix CNV20201217 - Object & not active (number level not in NRIV)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV20201 -

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Object & not active (number level not in NRIV)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV20201217 - Object & not active (number level not in NRIV) ?

  The SAP error message CNV20201217 Object & not active (number level not in NRIV) typically occurs in the context of number range management, particularly when working with number ranges in SAP systems. This error indicates that the specified object (usually a document or transaction type) is not active because the number range interval (NRIV) for that object is not properly defined or is inactive.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Number Range: The number range object associated with the document type is not active in the system.
  Missing Number Range Interval: The number range interval for the object is not defined in the NRIV table.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the number range object may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the number range object was transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated in the target system.
  
  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 issue and check its status.
  Ensure that the number range object is active.
  
  
  
  Define Number Range Intervals:
  
  Use transaction code SNRO to check if the number range intervals are defined for the object.
  If not, you can create a new interval by going to transaction code SN01 (Number Range Maintenance) and defining the necessary intervals.
  
  
  
  Activate the Number Range:
  
  If the number range object is inactive, you can activate it in the same transaction (SNRO) by selecting the object and choosing the option to activate it.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the number range object was transported, ensure that all necessary transport requests have been imported correctly and that the object is active in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the specific number range object to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SN01: Number Range Maintenance
  SNUM: Display Number Ranges
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the specific error message.
  Custom Development: If the number range is part of a custom development, ensure that the development team has properly configured the number range object.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CNV20201217 and ensure that the number range object is active and properly configured in your SAP system.