How To Fix JB072 - The account number is not in the number range interval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JB - General Message Class for IS-B (Development Class JBD)

• Message number: 072

• Message text: The account number is not in the number range interval

What causes this issue?

You want to process an account whose internal account number does not
fall within the number range interval reserved for accounts.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Find out more about number range intervals for accounts in Customizing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JB072 - The account number is not in the number range interval ?

  The SAP error message JB072, which states "The account number is not in the number range interval," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a master record (such as a general ledger account, customer, or vendor) and the account number you are using does not fall within the defined number range for that type of account.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for the account type you are trying to create or modify is not set up correctly, or the account number you are trying to use is outside the defined range.
  Inactive Number Range: The number range interval may be inactive or not assigned to the relevant account group.
  Manual Entry: If you are manually entering an account number, it may not conform to the expected format or range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBAR (for G/L accounts) or OBD2 (for customer/vendor accounts) to check the number range intervals.
  Ensure that the number range is defined and active for the account type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is not sufficient, you may need to extend it. This can be done in the same configuration area where you checked the number range.
  Make sure that the number range is assigned to the correct account group.
  
  
  
  Use Valid Account Numbers:
  
  If you are entering an account number manually, ensure that it falls within the defined number range. You may want to use the automatic number assignment feature instead of manual entry.
  
  
  
  Check Account Group Settings:
  
  Ensure that the account group settings are correct and that they are linked to the appropriate number range.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Configuration Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change number ranges or configurations, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBAR: Define Number Ranges for G/L Accounts
  OBD2: Define Number Ranges for Customers
  OBD1: Define Number Ranges for Vendors
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing number ranges and account groups.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify accounts in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the JB072 error and successfully create or modify the account in SAP.