KO163 - Order number & in critical number range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Order number & in critical number range

What causes this issue?

The newly assigned order number &v1& lies in the critical area of the
number range for order type &v2&.
A critical area is the area that lies before the end of the number
interval. The size of this area is defined by the number range object
RK_AUFTRAG.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO163 - Order number & in critical number range ?

  The SAP error message KO163 indicates that an order number is in a critical number range. This typically occurs when the system has been configured to restrict the use of certain number ranges for order creation, often due to issues related to number range management or configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  
  Critical Number Range: The order number falls within a range that has been marked as critical. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The number range is reserved for specific types of orders.
  The number range has been set to prevent further use due to issues like reaching a limit or being flagged for review.
  The number range is not properly configured or has been deactivated.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the number range settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object associated with the order type.
  Ensure that the number range is active and not set to critical.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is indeed critical, you may need to adjust the settings. This can involve:
  
  Expanding the number range if it has reached its limit.
  Changing the status of the number range if it has been incorrectly flagged as critical.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Configuration Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the number range settings, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team. They can provide insights and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Review Order Type Settings:
  
  Check if the order type associated with the order number has specific settings that might restrict its use. This can be done in the configuration settings for the order type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the order creation process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number ranges.
  OX19: To check and configure order types.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and order type configuration.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user creating the order has the necessary permissions to access the number range.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to check SAP Notes or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.