How To Fix GC857 - Number range & is not defined as internal in ledger &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 857

• Message text: Number range & is not defined as internal in ledger &

What causes this issue?

In consolidation, document numbers are determined by the internal
number assignment.
You are using a number range that supports an external number
assignment.

System Response

Cancel the posting.

How to fix this error?

Change the number range &V1& in ledger &V2& to internal in Number Range
Maintenance.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC857 - Number range & is not defined as internal in ledger & ?

  The SAP error message GC857 indicates that a number range is not defined as internal for a specific ledger. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when trying to post documents or transactions that require a number range that has not been properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for the specified ledger is not set up as an internal number range in the system.
  Ledger Settings: The ledger settings may not be correctly defined to allow for internal number ranges.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the relevant number range object associated with the ledger in question.
  Ensure that the number range is defined as "Internal" and that the intervals are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Define Number Range for the Ledger:
  
  Use transaction code OBAS to access the number range settings for the ledger.
  Ensure that the number range is assigned to the correct ledger and that it is set to "Internal".
  
  
  
  Review Ledger Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code OB22 to check the ledger settings.
  Ensure that the ledger is configured to use the correct number range.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify number range settings. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OBAS: Maintain Number Ranges for Document Types
  OB22: Define Ledgers
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GC857 error and ensure that the number range is correctly defined for the ledger in question.