How To Fix FKK_ID_XX_ODN021 - External numbering specified for range &1/&2/&3/&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_ID_XX_ODN - ODN message

• Message number: 021

• Message text: External numbering specified for range &1/&2/&3/&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_ID_XX_ODN021 - External numbering specified for range &1/&2/&3/&4 ?

  The SAP error message FKK_ID_XX_ODN021 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the external numbering configuration for a specific number range.
  Cause:
  The error message FKK_ID_XX_ODN021 is triggered when the system expects an external number range to be used for a specific document type or transaction, but the configuration is either missing or incorrect. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Number Range Configuration: The number range for the document type is not set up correctly in the system.
  Missing External Number Range: The external number range is not defined for the specified range.
  Document Type Settings: The document type may not be configured to allow external numbering.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified number range.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the document type in question.
  Ensure that the external number range is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OBA7 to check the document type settings.
  Ensure that the document type is configured to allow external numbering.
  
  
  
  Define External Number Range:
  
  If the external number range is not defined, you can create it using transaction code OAVN (Number Ranges for External Numbering).
  Define the external number range and assign it to the relevant document type.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific configurations related to your implementation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SNRO (Number Range Objects), OBA7 (Document Type Configuration), OAVN (External Number Ranges).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, 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 cause of the error message FKK_ID_XX_ODN021.