How To Fix J4228 - No number range found for a specified GROUP_ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J4 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 228

• Message text: No number range found for a specified GROUP_ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J4228 - No number range found for a specified GROUP_ID ?

  The SAP error message J4228 "No number range found for a specified GROUP_ID" typically occurs in the context of document processing, particularly when dealing with number ranges for certain document types or groups in SAP. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid number range for the specified GROUP_ID, which is necessary for generating unique identifiers for documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Configuration: The most common cause is that the number range for the specified GROUP_ID has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Group ID: The GROUP_ID being referenced may be incorrect or not properly configured in the system.
  Number Range Status: The number range may be set to "not available" or may have been exhausted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check if the number range object associated with the GROUP_ID is defined.
  If it is not defined, create a new number range for the specified GROUP_ID.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Number Ranges:
  
  Use transaction code SNUM to view existing number ranges.
  Ensure that the number range is active and has sufficient intervals defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Group ID:
  
  Double-check the GROUP_ID being used in the transaction to ensure it is correct and corresponds to a valid number range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range Status:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend the range or create a new interval.
  Ensure that the number range is set to "available" for use.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range.
  
  
  
  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.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message J4228 and ensure that the necessary number ranges are properly configured in your SAP system.