How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_DB005 - No character found for internal document number range --> contact SAP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_DB - One Accounting Document - Database Layer

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No character found for internal document number range --> contact SAP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_DB005 - No character found for internal document number range --> contact SAP ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_DB005 indicates that there is an issue with the internal document number range for accounting documents. This typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid character or number range for generating internal document numbers in the financial accounting module.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The internal number range for accounting documents may not be properly configured or may have been deleted.
  Number Range Exhaustion: The number range may have been exhausted, meaning that all available numbers in the range have been used up.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the number range.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may interfere with the standard number range processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to accounting documents (e.g., FBN1 for financial accounting).
  Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and is active.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by going to transaction code OBA7 (Define Number Ranges for Document Types).
  Select the relevant document type and adjust the number range intervals as needed.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure it does not interfere with the standard number range processing.
  Consult with your ABAP developer if necessary.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about your configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OBA7: Define Number Ranges for Document Types
  OBD2: Document Type Configuration
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on number range management in financial accounting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FINS_ACDOC_DB005 error message.