How To Fix EHPRC_RCS052 - Interval &1 in number range &2 is not external

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_RCS - REACH Compliance Messages

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Interval &1 in number range &2 is not external

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_RCS052 - Interval &1 in number range &2 is not external ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_RCS052 indicates that there is an issue with the number range configuration in the system. Specifically, it means that the interval specified (denoted as &1) in the number range (denoted as &2) is not set as an external number range. This can occur in various contexts, such as when creating or processing records that require a unique identifier from a number range.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range is configured as an internal number range, but the system is trying to use it as an external number range.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the number range might not be correctly defined in the configuration, leading to this error when the system expects an external number.
  Missing Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the error.
  Check the intervals defined for the number range. Ensure that the interval you are trying to use is set as external.
  
  
  
  Change Number Range Settings:
  
  If the number range is incorrectly set as internal, you may need to change it to external. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction by editing the number range intervals.
  Ensure that the external number range is properly defined and that there are no overlaps or gaps.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify number range settings. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or help files for more details on number range configuration and management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  
  
  Number Range Types:
  
  Internal: The system generates the number automatically.
  External: The user provides the number manually.
  
  
  Common Scenarios: This error can occur in various modules, such as EH&S (Environment, Health, and Safety), where unique identifiers are crucial for records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EHPRC_RCS052 error and ensure that your number range configuration is set up correctly.