How To Fix IKB014 - Number range for solution not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IKB - Knowledge base

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Number range for solution not maintained

What causes this issue?

The number range is not properly maintained for the solution.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Change the settings for number range maintenance in the customizing
table for the solution.
Please inform your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IKB014 - Number range for solution not maintained ?

  The SAP error message IKB014, which states "Number range for solution not maintained," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Industry Solution for Utilities (IS-U) or similar modules where number ranges are used to manage various entities, such as solutions, contracts, or other business objects.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the system is trying to generate or access a number for a solution, but there is no number range defined for that particular solution. This can happen if:
  
  The number range has not been set up in the system.
  The number range has been deleted or is inactive.
  The configuration for the number range is incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IKB014 error, you need to ensure that a valid number range is defined for the solution in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the object name related to the solution (you may need to consult documentation or your SAP administrator for the exact object name).
  
  
  
  Check Existing Number Ranges:
  
  In the Number Range Object screen, check if there are any number ranges defined for the object.
  If there are no number ranges, you will need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create a New Number Range:
  
  If necessary, create a new number range by clicking on the "Insert" button.
  Define the number range intervals (e.g., start and end numbers) and ensure that the intervals do not overlap with existing ranges.
  
  
  
  Activate the Number Range:
  
  Ensure that the number range is active. If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Assign the Number Range to the Solution:
  
  If applicable, ensure that the newly created number range is assigned to the relevant solution or configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on managing number ranges in your specific version of SAP.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality and production environments as needed.
  Consulting SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.