How To Fix F7119 - Defined number range is already defined for document types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F7 - Program Error Messages

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Defined number range is already defined for document types

What causes this issue?

The number range defined for numbering forms is already used as the
number range for a document type. A number range cannot, however, be
defined as the number range for a document type and for interest
calculation at the same time.

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?

Use a number range which is not used for a document type.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F7119 - Defined number range is already defined for document types ?

  The SAP error message F7119, which states "Defined number range is already defined for document types," typically occurs when there is an attempt to assign a number range to a document type that has already been assigned to another document type. This can happen in various financial transactions, such as when creating or posting documents in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Number Range Assignment: The number range you are trying to assign to a document type is already in use by another document type.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings in the SAP system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they might be trying to use the same number range for different document types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Assignments:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object (for example, for financial documents, it might be F_BKPF).
  Check the assigned number ranges for the document types and see if the number range you are trying to assign is already in use.
  
  
  
  Modify Number Range Configuration:
  
  If you find that the number range is indeed assigned to another document type, you will need to either:
  
  Change the number range for the document type you are trying to configure.
  Remove the assignment of the number range from the other document type if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Transaction Code for Document Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 (for document types) to check the configuration of document types and their assigned number ranges.
  Make necessary adjustments to ensure that each document type has a unique number range.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant for best practices regarding number range management.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved and that the document can be created or posted successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Number Range Management: Understanding how number ranges work in SAP is crucial. Each document type should have a unique number range to avoid conflicts.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OBY6: Document Type Configuration
  OBA7: Number Range Maintenance for Financial Accounting
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.