How To Fix L9116 - Number range & overlaps with number range &

L9116 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L9 - Function Modules

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Number range & overlaps with number range &

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to create a number range that overlaps another
existing number range.

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?

Check the existing number ranges and modify the new number range so
that there are no overlaps.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

L9116 - Details

• The SAP error message L9116 indicates that there is a conflict with number ranges in the system. Specifically, it means that the number range you are trying to use overlaps with another number range that has already been defined in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when creating documents, orders, or other entities that require unique identifiers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Number Ranges: The number range you are trying to assign or use overlaps with an existing number range. This can happen if the ranges are not defined correctly or if there are gaps in the ranges that allow for overlap.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of number ranges in the relevant application area (like logistics, finance, etc.) may not be set up properly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements that manipulate number ranges, they may inadvertently cause overlaps.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Identify