How To Fix KY016 - Number range & does not exist for number range object &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Number range & does not exist for number range object &

What causes this issue?

Numbers are to be assigned internally, however, to do this, the number
range entered must have been created using Transaction SNRO.

System Response

Processing can only continue when the appropriate number range has been
created.

How to fix this error?

Set up a <DS:TRAN.SNRO>number range</> for the number range object
entered.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY016 - Number range & does not exist for number range object & ?

  The SAP error message KY016 indicates that a number range does not exist for a specified number range object. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document that requires a number from a number range that has not been defined or activated in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Object: The number range object you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Inactive Number Range: The number range object exists but is not active or has not been assigned a number range interval.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the number range object.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the number range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the number range object that is causing the error and check if it exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  If it exists, check if it has been properly configured with valid intervals.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range object is missing, you can create it by using transaction code SNRO.
  If it exists but is inactive, you can activate it and define the intervals.
  Ensure that the intervals are correctly defined and that they are not exhausted.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the number range object.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to number range management for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number ranges.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KY016 error and ensure that the number range object is properly configured and available for use.