How To Fix DV801 - Number range error: number range & is not internal/external

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DV - EHS: Messages for Report Shipping

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Number range error: number range & is not internal/external

What causes this issue?

The system expects an internal number range interval. However, the
interval is of an external number range, or vice versa.

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

System Response

Check whether the number range interval has been defined correctly.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DV801 - Number range error: number range & is not internal/external ?

  The SAP error message DV801 indicates a problem with the number range configuration in the system. Specifically, it means that the number range you are trying to use is not defined as either an internal or external number range in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range you are trying to use has not been properly configured in the system. This could be due to it being set as "not defined" or incorrectly set as internal/external.
  Incorrect Number Range Assignment: The document type or object you are trying to create or process may not be assigned to the correct number range.
  Missing Number Range Object: The number range object associated with the document type may not exist or may not be activated.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the number range object related to the error and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the number range is defined as either internal or external as required.
  
  
  
  Define Number Ranges:
  
  If the number range is not defined, you can create a new number range by going to transaction code SNRO and selecting the appropriate object.
  Define the number range intervals and specify whether it is internal or external.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Document Type:
  
  If applicable, check the assignment of the number range to the relevant document type using transaction code OBA7 (for accounting documents) or the relevant configuration transaction for your specific application.
  Ensure that the document type is linked to the correct number range.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the number range. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific number range object or its configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OBA7: Assign Number Ranges to Document Types
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number ranges.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DV801 error and ensure that the number range is correctly configured for your needs.