How To Fix ER003 - Number range problems, create not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ER - IS-U regional structure

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Number range problems, create not possible

What causes this issue?

The number range for the elements of the political regional structure
(number range object ISU_TE227) has either been exhausted (the upper
limit has been reached) or does not exist.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ER003 - Number range problems, create not possible ?

  The SAP error message ER003, which indicates "Number range problems, create not possible," typically occurs when there is an issue with the number range object associated with a particular document or transaction. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when creating new records in modules like Sales and Distribution (SD), Materials Management (MM), or others.
  Causes of ER003
  
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range for the object has been exhausted, meaning that all available numbers in the defined range have been used up.
  
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specific object has not been defined or activated in the system.
  
  
  Number Range Status: The number range may be set to "not available" or "not active" for the current period or for the specific user group.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create records in the specified number range.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the number range settings, such as incorrect intervals or missing entries.
  
  
  Solutions to ER003
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the relevant number range object and check its status. Ensure that the number range is active and has available numbers.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by going to transaction code SNRO.
  Select the number range object and adjust the intervals to allow for more numbers.
  
  
  
  Define Number Range:
  
  If the number range is not defined, you can create a new number range using transaction code SNRO.
  Ensure that the number range is properly configured and activated.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create records in the specified number range.
  This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you suspect configuration issues, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings for the number range object.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Sometimes, number ranges can be locked due to ongoing processes. Ensure that there are no locks on the number range that could prevent new entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Object Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the ER003 error message in SAP.