How To Fix J3170 - Number & is not in the number range interval (& , &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Number & is not in the number range interval (& , &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3170 - Number & is not in the number range interval (& , &) ?

  The SAP error message J3170 indicates that a specific number is not within the defined number range interval. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document (like a purchase order, invoice, etc.) that requires a number from a specific number range, but the number you are trying to use is outside of the allowed range.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number you are trying to use is not defined in the number range interval set up in the system. This can happen if the number range has not been properly configured or if the number range has been exhausted.
  Document Type: The document type you are using may not be assigned to the correct number range.
  Number Range Status: The number range may be set to "not available" or "not active" for the current period.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorization to access the number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the document type you are working with.
  Check the intervals defined for the number range and ensure that the number you are trying to use falls within these intervals.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend the number range. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction by adding a new interval.
  Ensure that the number range is active and available for use.
  
  
  
  Document Type Assignment:
  
  Check if the document type is correctly assigned to the number range. This can be done in the configuration settings for the specific document type.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP 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: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.