How To Fix KY017 - Number range object & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Number range object & does not exist

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Use Transaction SNRO to set up the number range object.
<DS:TRAN:SNRO>Create number range</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY017 - Number range object & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KY017 indicates that a number range object does not exist. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or manage a number range for a specific object, but the system cannot find the defined number range object in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Object: The specified number range object has not been created or defined in the system.
  Incorrect Object Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the number range object you are trying to access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the number range object.
  Transport Issues: If the number range object was supposed to be transported from another system (like Development to Production), it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Object:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the name of the number range object you are trying to use and check if it exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Number Range Object:
  
  If the object does not exist, you can create it using transaction code SNRO.
  Define the object, including the intervals and other necessary settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Name:
  
  Double-check the name of the number range object you are using in your transaction or program to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access and manage number range objects.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the number range object was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully transported to the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance if needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display and manage number ranges.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to number range objects.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KY017 error and successfully manage your number range objects in SAP.