How To Fix ISSR_TP673 - There are not enough free identification numbers available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISSR_TP - Message Class for Statutory Reporting

• Message number: 673

• Message text: There are not enough free identification numbers available

What causes this issue?

In interval &V1& of number range subobject &V2& (number range object
&V3&), the system can no longer provide enough identification numbers
for automatic number assignment. The number of available identification
numbers is &V4&.

System Response

The system terminates processing: You cannot create any more new master
data records.

How to fix this error?

Extend the number range interval in question or create a new number
range interval for number range subobject &V2& (number range object &V3&
).
To use the ID numbers that are still available, set the number of ID
numbers to be provided for the creation of new SR master data records
for number range object &V3& to '1' in IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.ISSR_VC_MAACRE>Define Identification Number Assignment</>,
under <ZK>Settings for Number Range Subobject</> (table <NP>
TISSR_SYID_LINK</>).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISSR_TP673 - There are not enough free identification numbers available ?

  The SAP error message ISSR_TP673, which states "There are not enough free identification numbers available," typically occurs in the context of SAP systems that manage identification numbers for various purposes, such as tax identification numbers, customer IDs, or other unique identifiers.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by the following reasons:
  
  
  Exhaustion of Number Ranges: The number range defined for the specific identification number type has been exhausted. This means that all available numbers within the defined range have been assigned and there are no more free numbers left.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings, such as incorrect limits or not having enough numbers defined in the range.
  
  
  System Settings: The system may not be set up to automatically extend the number range when it is close to being exhausted.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ISSR_TP673 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the identification numbers.
  Check the current status of the number range and see if it is exhausted.
  
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by adding more numbers.
  In the SNRO transaction, select the number range object and adjust the upper limit to allow for more numbers.
  
  
  
  Create New Number Range:
  
  If necessary, you can create a new number range object if the existing one cannot be extended or if it is more appropriate for your business needs.
  
  
  
  Check for Automatic Number Range Adjustment:
  
  Ensure that the system is configured to automatically adjust the number range when it is nearing exhaustion. This can often be set in the configuration settings of the relevant module.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific guidance related to your implementation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process that was generating the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SNRO (Number Range Objects) and SNUM (Number Range Management).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges, as this typically requires administrative privileges.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.