How To Fix KM714 - Create a number interval for local documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 714

• Message text: Create a number interval for local documents

What causes this issue?

No number range interval has been maintained for number range object
&V1&, for local document type &V2&, company code &V3& and fiscal year
&V4&.

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?

With the function <DS:TRAN.GB02>Maintain Number Ranges for Local
Documents</>, create a number range interval for company code &V3& and
fiscal year &V4&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM714 - Create a number interval for local documents ?

  The SAP error message KM714, which states "Create a number interval for local documents," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a defined number range for local documents in the SAP system. This can happen in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with document management or when trying to create new documents that require a unique identifier.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the absence of a defined number range for local documents in the system. This can occur if:
  
  The number range has not been set up in the configuration.
  The number range has been exhausted (i.e., all numbers in the range have been used).
  The number range is not assigned to the relevant document type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KM714 error, you need to create or adjust the number interval for local documents. 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 -> Cross-Application Components -> Document Management -> Document Management System -> Number Ranges.
  
  
  
  Define a New Number Range:
  
  Select the option to define number ranges.
  Create a new number range interval for the document type you are working with.
  Specify the interval (e.g., from 1 to 9999) and ensure that it is not overlapping with existing ranges.
  
  
  
  Assign the Number Range:
  
  After creating the number range, ensure that it is assigned to the relevant document type.
  This can usually be done in the same configuration area where you defined the number range.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Number Ranges:
  
  If a number range already exists, check if it is exhausted. If so, you may need to extend the range or create a new one.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, try to create the document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges in the SAP system.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality and production environments.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on managing number ranges and document types.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM714 error and successfully create local documents in SAP.