How To Fix DG253 - Number range error: Could not find number range &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DG - DG: Messages for Dangerous Goods Management

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Number range error: Could not find number range &

What causes this issue?

The system did not find the assigned number range.

System Response

The system cannot continue with processing.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE EHS_NA_ADMIN OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DG253 - Number range error: Could not find number range & ?

  The SAP error message DG253, which states "Number range error: Could not find number range &," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a defined number range for a specific object or document type. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating documents, orders, or other entities that require a unique identifier.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Number Range Object: The number range object for the specific document type or entity has not been defined in the system.
  Number Range Not Assigned: The number range has been defined but not assigned to the relevant document type or object.
  Number Range Depleted: The defined number range has been exhausted, meaning all available numbers have been used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the number range settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check if the number range object related to the error is defined and configured correctly.
  Ensure that the number range is active and has valid intervals.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range:
  
  If the number range is defined but not assigned, go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and assign the number range to the appropriate document type or object.
  
  
  
  Create New Number Range:
  
  If the number range is depleted, you may need to create a new number range or extend the existing one. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific guidance related to the number range object in question.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is occurring. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SPRO: To access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  SU53: To check authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number ranges.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on number range management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the DG253 error message in SAP.