How To Fix G00846 - External document numbering: &1 is outside of the number range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 846

• Message text: External document numbering: &1 is outside of the number range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00846 - External document numbering: &1 is outside of the number range ?

  The SAP error message G00846 indicates that an external document number you are trying to use is outside of the defined number range for that document type. This typically occurs when you are attempting to post a document (such as an invoice, purchase order, etc.) using an external number that is not valid according to the number range settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The external document number you are trying to use is not included in the defined number range for the document type in question.
  Number Range Intervals: The number range intervals may not be properly set up or may have been exhausted.
  Document Type Settings: The document type you are using may not be configured to accept the external number you are trying to enter.
  Manual Entry: If you are manually entering the document number, it may simply be a typo or an incorrect number.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for the document type you are working with.
  Check the intervals defined for the number range and ensure that the number you are trying to use falls within these intervals.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend the number range intervals. This can be done by:
  
  Going to the transaction code OBA7 (for external number ranges).
  Adjusting the intervals to include the number you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for the specific document type in transaction code OBD2 (for document types).
  Ensure that the document type is set to allow external numbering and that it is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Use a Valid Number:
  
  If you are entering the number manually, double-check to ensure that it is a valid number within the defined range.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change number ranges or document type settings, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OBA7: Maintain Number Ranges
  OBD2: Document Type Configuration
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify number range settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G00846 error and successfully use the external document number as intended.