How To Fix /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MB072 - Number range &1 does not provide any numbers; error code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MB -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Number range &1 does not provide any numbers; error code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MB072 - Number range &1 does not provide any numbers; error code &2 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MB072 indicates that a specific number range is exhausted and does not provide any more numbers for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the context of creating or processing documents in the SAP system where a number range is required.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range defined for the specific document type or object has been completely used up. This can happen if the number range is not adequately defined or if the system has been processing a large volume of transactions.
  Incorrect Number Range Assignment: The document type you are trying to use may not be correctly assigned to a valid number range.
  Number Range Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the number range intervals, such as the intervals being closed or not properly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the relevant number range object and check the status of the number range intervals. Ensure that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by adding new intervals. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction.
  Make sure to define a new interval that covers the required range of numbers.
  
  
  
  Assign the Correct Number Range:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using is correctly assigned to the appropriate number range. This can be checked in the configuration settings for the specific application area (e.g., Materials Management, Sales and Distribution).
  
  
  
  Check for Configuration Errors:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the number range to ensure that there are no errors or misconfigurations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify number ranges.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MB072 and continue with your operations in SAP.