How To Fix KE516 - Extend number range (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Extend number range (see long text)

What causes this issue?

Document numbers are required when updating plan line items. The system
has now reached the last ten percent of the possible document numbers.

System Response

Because no further postings can be made once all the document numbers
have been used, this is a reminder to extend the number range. The data
will be posted normally when you confirm this message.

How to fix this error?

In CO-PA Customizing, extend the number range for operating
concern &V1&, record type &V2& under "Planning".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE516 - Extend number range (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message KE516, which states "Extend number range," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when the system attempts to create a new document or record that requires a number from a number range that has been exhausted. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of the KE516 error is that the number range assigned to a particular object (like cost centers or internal orders) has been fully utilized. Each object type in SAP has a defined number range, and once all the numbers in that range have been assigned, the system cannot generate new numbers, leading to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE516 error, you need to extend the number range for the relevant object. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Object: Determine which object is causing the error (e.g., cost center, internal order).
  
  
  Access Number Range Maintenance:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the relevant number range object (for example, for cost centers, it might be COSTCENTER).
  
  
  
  Check Current Number Range:
  
  Click on the "Intervals" button to view the current number range intervals.
  Check if the current range is exhausted.
  
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  If the range is exhausted, you can create a new interval or extend the existing one.
  Define a new interval with a higher upper limit or add a new interval that starts from the next available number.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save your adjustments.
  
  
  Test the Changes: Try to create the object again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change number ranges. Typically, this requires access to configuration settings.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality and production environments as needed.
  Documentation: It may be helpful to document the changes made to the number range for future reference and auditing purposes.
  Monitoring: After extending the number range, monitor the usage to prevent running into the same issue in the future.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the error persists after extending the number range, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.