How To Fix KE304 - No number range has been defined for record type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 304

• Message text: No number range has been defined for record type &

What causes this issue?

No number range has been maintained for record type '&V1&' in operating
concern &V2& (Table TGVAI).

System Response

Processing of line items terminated.

How to fix this error?

Enter a number range for the record type in CO-PA Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE304 - No number range has been defined for record type & ?

  The SAP error message KE304 ("No number range has been defined for record type &") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to create or post a document that requires a number range for a specific record type, but no number range has been defined for that record type in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined number range for the specific record type you are trying to use. This can happen if:
  
  The configuration for number ranges has not been set up correctly.
  The number range has been deleted or not activated.
  The record type you are trying to use is not properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE304 error, you need to define a number range for the specific record type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Controlling -> General Controlling -> Number Ranges -> Define Number Ranges
  
  
  
  
  Define a Number Range:
  
  In the number range configuration, check if the record type in question is listed.
  If it is not listed, you will need to create a new number range for that record type.
  Click on "New Entries" to create a new number range.
  Specify the number range interval (e.g., from 1 to 999999) and assign it to the appropriate record type.
  
  
  
  Assign the Number Range:
  
  After defining the number range, ensure that it is assigned to the relevant record type.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify number ranges.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the changes, try to perform the action that previously resulted in the KE304 error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  You may use transaction codes like OBD2 (for number range maintenance) or OKB9 (for controlling document types) to access relevant configurations directly.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and controlling document types.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that your changes are included in a transport request to move them to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Consulting with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unsure about making these changes, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE304 error and successfully define a number range for the required record type.