How To Fix GP581 - The number range interval has not been found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 581

• Message text: The number range interval has not been found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP581 - The number range interval has not been found ?

  The SAP error message GP581, which states "The number range interval has not been found," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid number range for a specific object or document type. This can happen in various modules, such as HR, Finance, or Logistics, where number ranges are used to generate unique identifiers for records.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Configuration: The number range for the specific object or document type has not been defined in the system.
  Inactive Number Range: The number range interval exists but is not active or has been set to inactive.
  Number Range Assignment: The number range may not be correctly assigned to the relevant object or document type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be correctly configured to use the existing number ranges.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check if the number range object related to the error is defined and has an interval assigned.
  If it is missing, you will need to create a new number range interval.
  
  
  
  Activate Number Range:
  
  If the number range exists but is inactive, you can activate it in the same transaction (SNRO) by editing the interval status.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range:
  
  Ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the relevant object or document type. This can usually be done in the customizing settings for the specific module (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure it is correctly referencing the number range object and intervals.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number ranges.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GP581 error and ensure that the number range is correctly configured and available for use.