How To Fix /IAM/CONFIG087 - Number range intervals are mandatory entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/CONFIG -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Number range intervals are mandatory entries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG087 - Number range intervals are mandatory entries ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG087 Number range intervals are mandatory entries typically occurs in the context of the Identity Access Management (IAM) module when configuring number ranges for certain objects. This error indicates that the system expects you to define number range intervals, but they are either missing or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Intervals: The most common cause is that the number range intervals for the specific object or configuration are not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with how the number range intervals are set up, such as incorrect intervals or missing entries.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the number range intervals.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Number Range Intervals:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the IAM configuration.
  Check if the number range intervals are defined. If not, create a new interval by specifying the interval's start and end values.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the number range intervals are correctly configured and that there are no overlaps or gaps in the defined ranges.
  Make sure that the intervals are active and not locked.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify number range intervals. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Review IAM Configuration:
  
  Go back to the IAM configuration settings and ensure that all required fields, including the number range intervals, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific number range object or how to configure it, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to IAM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - For managing number range objects.
  SCC4 - To check client settings, which may affect number range configurations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or bugs related to number range intervals in IAM.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By ensuring that the number range intervals are properly defined and configured, you should be able to resolve the error message /IAM/CONFIG087 Number range intervals are mandatory entries.