How To Fix FKKVT_INVALID073 - Number &1 is not in a valid external number range for object &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKVT_INVALID - Error category "invalid"

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Number &1 is not in a valid external number range for object &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID073 - Number &1 is not in a valid external number range for object &2 ?

  The SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID073 indicates that a specific number (represented by &1) is not within a valid external number range for a specified object (represented by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of contract accounts or billing documents in the SAP Convergent Charging or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Number Range: The number you are trying to use (e.g., an invoice number, contract number, etc.) does not fall within the defined external number range for the specified object. This can happen if:
  
  The number range has not been properly defined or activated.
  The number has been manually entered and does not conform to the expected format or range.
  The number range has been exhausted (i.e., all numbers in the range have been used).
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the number range objects in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object.
  Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and is active.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend the number range or create a new one.
  You can do this in the transaction code OBA7 (for FI-CA) or the relevant configuration transaction for your specific object.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Ensure that the number you are trying to use is correctly formatted and falls within the valid range.
  If the number is being generated by a program or process, check the logic to ensure it generates valid numbers.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific number range object for any additional configuration steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  OBA7: To configure number ranges for FI-CA.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to this error message.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.