How To Fix HRPADUN_AAP297 - End of number range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADUN_AAP - PAAP: Common Messages

• Message number: 297

• Message text: End of number range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADUN_AAP297 - End of number range ?

  The SAP error message HRPADUN_AAP297 "End of number range" typically occurs in the context of payroll or personnel administration when the system attempts to generate a new number (such as a personnel number, payroll number, or similar) but has reached the end of the defined number range for that specific category.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The most common cause is that the defined number range for a specific object (like personnel numbers) has been exhausted. This means that all possible numbers in that range have been assigned and there are no more available numbers to allocate.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the number range intervals in the system, such as incorrect settings or missing intervals.
  System Migration or Upgrade: If the system has recently undergone a migration or upgrade, the number ranges may not have been properly configured or extended.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object (e.g., for personnel numbers, it might be HR_NUM).
  Check the current status of the number range and see if it has been exhausted.
  
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by adding new intervals. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction.
  Ensure that the new range does not overlap with existing numbers and is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review and Adjust Settings:
  
  Ensure that the settings for the number range are correct and that there are no gaps or overlaps in the defined ranges.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the number range settings align with your organizational needs.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that new numbers can be generated without errors.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Monitoring:
  
  Document any changes made to the number range configuration for future reference.
  Monitor the usage of the number range to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: For managing number range objects.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary and see how the number range is being used.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to number range management.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user making changes has the appropriate authorizations to modify number ranges.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.