How To Fix IS042 - Equipment number & not in external number interval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Equipment number & not in external number interval

What causes this issue?

The equipment number that you have entered is not in the number
range that has been defined for external equipment numbers.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter an equipment number that is in the external number range or use
internal number assignment.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS042 - Equipment number & not in external number interval ?

  The SAP error message IS042, which states "Equipment number & not in external number interval," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify an equipment record in SAP, and the equipment number you are using does not fall within the defined external number range for equipment numbers.
  Cause:
  
  
  Number Range Configuration: The equipment number you are trying to use is outside the defined external number range for equipment numbers in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The number range has not been properly configured.
  The number range has been exhausted (i.e., all numbers in the range have been used).
  You are trying to use a number that is not allowed by the configuration.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Number Assignment: If you are manually entering an equipment number, it may not conform to the expected format or range.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to equipment (usually EQUIPMENT).
  Check the defined intervals for the external number range. Ensure that the range includes the number you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend the range or create a new interval.
  You can do this by going to transaction code OIS2 (for equipment) and adjusting the number range intervals.
  
  
  
  Use Automatic Number Assignment:
  
  If you are manually entering the equipment number, consider allowing the system to automatically assign the next available number. This can be done by leaving the equipment number field blank when creating a new equipment record.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify equipment records.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about how to change the number range or if you do not have the necessary permissions, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To view and manage number ranges.
  OIS2: To configure number ranges for equipment.
  IE01: To create equipment.
  IE02: To change equipment.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on equipment management and number range configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to equipment number ranges.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IS042 error and successfully create or modify the equipment record in SAP.