How To Fix LF172 - Number range interval error for inventory count &1 not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LF - Mobile Computing in Warehouse Logistics

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Number range interval error for inventory count &1 not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LF172 - Number range interval error for inventory count &1 not maintained ?

  The SAP error message LF172, which states "Number range interval error for inventory count &1 not maintained," typically occurs when there is an issue with the number range configuration for inventory counts in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid number range interval for the specified inventory count document.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Interval: The number range for the inventory count document type has not been defined or is not properly maintained in the system.
  Number Range Object Not Assigned: The number range object related to inventory counts may not be assigned to the relevant document type.
  Number Range Exhaustion: The defined number range may have been exhausted, meaning all available numbers have been used up.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to inventory management or number ranges.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LF172 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the number range object related to inventory counts (usually INV_COUNT or similar).
  Check if the number range intervals are defined for the relevant document type.
  
  
  
  Maintain Number Range:
  
  If the number range is missing, you can create a new interval:
  
  In the SNRO transaction, select the number range object and click on "Intervals."
  Create a new interval by specifying the range (e.g., from 0000000001 to 0000009999) and ensure it is active.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the document type for inventory counts is correctly assigned to the number range object.
  This can typically be checked in the configuration settings under SPRO > Logistics Execution > Inventory Management > Physical Inventory > Define Document Types.
  
  
  
  Check for Number Range Exhaustion:
  
  If the number range is defined but exhausted, you can extend the range by adding more numbers to the existing interval or creating a new interval.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by trying to create a new inventory count document to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: For managing number ranges.
  SPRO: For accessing the configuration settings.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing number ranges and inventory management configurations.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to number ranges and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.