How To Fix /EACC/MSG_DOC_CREA031 - Document numbers are in the critical range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/MSG_DOC_CREA -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Document numbers are in the critical range

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/MSG_DOC_CREA031 - Document numbers are in the critical range ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/MSG_DOC_CREA031 indicates that document numbers are in a critical range. This typically occurs when the system is configured to use a specific range of document numbers for certain transactions, and that range is nearing its limit or has been exhausted.
  Cause:
  
  Document Number Range Exhaustion: The document number range defined for a particular document type is close to its upper limit.
  Configuration Issues: The number range may not have been properly configured to allow for sufficient numbers.
  System Settings: The system may be set to use a limited range of document numbers for specific transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the document type in question.
  Check the current status of the number range and see if it is nearing its limit.
  
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  If the number range is indeed close to its limit, you can extend it:
  
  In the SNRO transaction, select the number range object and choose to change the intervals.
  Add a new interval or extend the existing one to allow for more document numbers.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type settings are correctly configured to use the appropriate number range.
  You can check this in the relevant configuration settings for the document type.
  
  
  
  Monitor Usage:
  
  Regularly monitor the usage of document numbers to prevent future occurrences of this issue.
  Set up alerts or reports to notify administrators when the number range is approaching its limit.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Object Maintenance
  SNUM - Number Range Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to number range management.
  System Administration: This issue typically requires administrative access to make changes to number ranges, so ensure you have the necessary permissions or consult with your SAP Basis team.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that document number generation continues smoothly.