How To Fix HRPAY99OC301 - Number & was the last number. Number assignment starts from the beginning

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99OC - International payroll accounting, off-cycle

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Number & was the last number. Number assignment starts from the beginning

What causes this issue?

The last number in range 1 of the number range object HROC_REPL has
been used. Next time the numbers are allocated, the system will start
at the beginning of the range again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99OC301 - Number & was the last number. Number assignment starts from the beginning ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99OC301 typically relates to issues with number assignment in the Human Resources (HR) module, particularly in payroll processing. This error indicates that the system has reached the maximum limit for a specific number range, and as a result, it cannot assign a new number for a payroll document or similar entity.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range for a specific payroll document or entity has been exhausted. This can happen if the system has processed a large number of payroll documents and the defined range is not sufficient.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the number range settings in the SAP system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that create payroll documents, they may not be handling number assignments correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for payroll (e.g., HR_PAYROLL).
  Check the current number range and extend it if necessary. You can do this by adjusting the upper limit of the number range.
  
  
  
  Reset Number Assignment:
  
  If appropriate, you can reset the number assignment to start from the beginning. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to duplicate numbers if not managed properly.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP HR module to ensure that the number ranges are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the number range intervals are properly defined and that there are no overlaps or gaps.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to number range management in HR to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SNRO (Number Range Objects), OBA7 (Manage Number Ranges), and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on number range management.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the payroll process works as expected and that new numbers are being assigned correctly.
  
  Always ensure that you have proper backups and that changes are made in a controlled manner, especially in production environments.