How To Fix I0051 - Number range & is not defined as &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I0 - Messages for PM tables

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Number range & is not defined as &

What causes this issue?

You have entered a number range which is neither internal nor external
according to usage.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Check the number range allocation and correct it if necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I0051 - Number range & is not defined as & ?

  The SAP error message I0051 typically indicates that a number range is not defined for a specific object or document type. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to create a new document (like a purchase order, invoice, etc.) that requires a unique identifier from a number range that has not been set up.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Definition: The number range for the specific object (e.g., purchase orders, invoices) has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range may be incorrectly configured or assigned to the wrong document type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create entries in the specified number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for the document type you are working with.
  Check if the number range is defined. If not, you will need to create a new number range.
  If it is defined, ensure that it is active and has the correct intervals set.
  
  
  
  Assign the Number Range:
  
  Use transaction code OBA7 (for financial documents) or the relevant configuration transaction for your specific document type.
  Ensure that the number range is assigned to the correct document type.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create documents using the specified number range. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to number range management for more detailed instructions on how to set up and manage number ranges.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OBA7: Assign Number Ranges to Document Types
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or bugs related to number ranges.
  Configuration Guides: Refer to SAP configuration guides for the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM, SD, FI) for detailed steps on setting up number ranges.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.