How To Fix FM_BP_BWRET002 - Create number range &1 for the plan data transfer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_BP_BWRET - Messages for FM Budget Preparation Retraction

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Create number range &1 for the plan data transfer

What causes this issue?

The number range has not been created for the plan data transfer or the
cancellation of plan data transfer from the BW system into Funds
Management.

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?

Arrange for your system administration to create the number range <ZH>1
</> for plan data transfer and the number range <ZH>2</> for the
cancellation of plan data transfers. This is done in Customizing for
the <LS> Funds Management Public Administration </>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM_BP_BWRET002 - Create number range &1 for the plan data transfer ?

  The SAP error message FM_BP_BWRET002, which states "Create number range &1 for the plan data transfer," typically occurs in the context of planning and data transfer processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation). This error indicates that a required number range for the planning data transfer has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the number range object required for the planning data transfer has not been created or is not properly configured in the SAP system. Number ranges are essential for uniquely identifying records in various processes, including planning and data transfers.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to create the required number range. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Number Range Maintenance:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Find the Number Range Object:
  
  In the "Number Range Object" field, enter the relevant object name associated with the planning data transfer. This object name is usually specified in the error message or documentation related to the specific planning scenario.
  
  
  
  Create a New Number Range:
  
  Click on the "Intervals" button to define a new interval for the number range.
  Specify the interval details, including the start and end numbers, and ensure that the interval is not overlapping with existing ranges.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After defining the number range, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and maintain number ranges.
  
  
  
  Test the Planning Data Transfer:
  
  After creating the number range, try to execute the planning data transfer again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on number range management and planning data transfer processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SNUM (Number Range Management) and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for further exploration of number ranges and their usage.
  Support: If the issue persists after creating the number range, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance, as there may be additional configuration or dependencies involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FM_BP_BWRET002 error and successfully perform the planning data transfer in your SAP system.