How To Fix ISU_MSG_GS_IND016 - External number range interval not defined for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISU_MSG_GS_IND - Message class for IS-U: India localization

• Message number: 016

• Message text: External number range interval not defined for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISU_MSG_GS_IND016 - External number range interval not defined for & ?

  The SAP error message ISU_MSG_GS_IND016 indicates that there is an issue with the external number range interval not being defined for a specific object or entity in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module, particularly when dealing with external number ranges for various utilities processes.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined external number range for the specified object. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  The number range interval has not been set up in the system for the specific object type.
  The configuration for the external number range is incomplete or incorrect.
  The number range object may not be assigned properly in the configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the relevant number range object associated with the error message.
  Verify if the external number range intervals are defined for that object.
  
  
  
  Define Number Range Intervals:
  
  If the intervals are not defined, you will need to create them.
  In the SNRO transaction, select the number range object and click on "Intervals."
  Create a new interval by specifying the range (from and to) and ensuring that it is set as an external number range.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to the Object:
  
  Ensure that the number range is assigned to the relevant object in the configuration settings.
  This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant IS-U configuration area.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify number ranges.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process that triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SPRO: To access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for IS-U for detailed guidance on number range management.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ISU_MSG_GS_IND016 error and ensure that the external number range is properly configured in your SAP system.