How To Fix EDOCUMENT_AR005 - Numering Error.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_AR - eDocument Message Class

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Numering Error.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_AR005 - Numering Error. ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_AR005 typically indicates a numbering error related to electronic documents in the Accounts Receivable (AR) module. This error can occur when there is an issue with the document numbering configuration or when the system cannot find a valid number for the document being processed.
  Causes of EDOCUMENT_AR005
  
  
  Number Range Issues: The number range for electronic documents may not be properly defined or may be exhausted. This can happen if the number range is not set up correctly in the system or if the defined range has been fully utilized.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the electronic document management settings, such as missing or incorrect settings for the document type or number range assignment.
  
  
  Document Type Not Assigned: The document type being used may not be assigned to a valid number range.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access the document number range.
  
  
  Solutions to EDOCUMENT_AR005
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check the number range object related to electronic documents (e.g., EDOCUMENT).
  Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it. This can be done by editing the number range intervals in the SNRO transaction.
  Ensure that the number range is not locked and is set to allow new number assignments.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type Assignment:
  
  Check the configuration for electronic document types in the relevant customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the document type is correctly assigned to a number range.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage electronic documents. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. Create a new electronic document to verify that the numbering issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SNRO (Number Range Objects), SPRO (Customizing), and FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice) for testing purposes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to electronic document management and number range configuration for a deeper understanding.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EDOCUMENT_AR005 error in SAP.