How To Fix /DSD/VC_MESSAGE407 - External number &1 for visit plan is not in number range &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/VC_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 407

• Message text: External number &1 for visit plan is not in number range &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/VC_MESSAGE407 - External number &1 for visit plan is not in number range &2 ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/VC_MESSAGE407 indicates that there is an issue with the external number assigned to a visit plan in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the external number (in this case, &1) for the visit plan is not within the defined number range (indicated by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Direct Store Delivery (DSD) or similar modules where visit plans are used for managing customer visits.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The external number for the visit plan is not defined in the number range configuration. This could happen if the number range has not been properly set up or if the number range has been exhausted.
  Incorrect Number Assignment: The system might be trying to assign a number that is not valid or has been manually entered incorrectly.
  Authorization Issues: There may be restrictions or authorizations that prevent the use of certain number ranges.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to visit plans (you may need to consult your SAP documentation or system administrator for the exact object name).
  Verify that the number range is correctly defined and that it includes the external number in question.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it. This can be done by adjusting the upper limit of the number range.
  Ensure that the number range is active and not locked.
  
  
  
  Review External Number Assignment:
  
  Check the logic or process that assigns external numbers to visit plans. Ensure that it adheres to the defined number range.
  If the number is being manually entered, ensure that it falls within the valid range.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the defined number range.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Object Maintenance
  SE11 - Data Dictionary (to check the underlying table structure)
  SE37 - Function Module (to check any custom logic related to number assignment)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the process that generates the visit plan to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /DSD/VC_MESSAGE407 and ensure that the external number for the visit plan is correctly assigned within the defined number range.