How To Fix LF173 - Check number range interval for inventory documents &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LF - Mobile Computing in Warehouse Logistics

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Check number range interval for inventory documents &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LF173 - Check number range interval for inventory documents &1 ?

  The SAP error message LF173, which states "Check number range interval for inventory documents &1," typically occurs when there is an issue with the number range configuration for inventory documents in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to assign a document number to an inventory document because the number range is either not defined, exhausted, or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range for the inventory documents has been exhausted, meaning that all available numbers in the defined range have been used up.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range for the inventory documents may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Missing Number Range: The number range object for inventory documents may not be defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LF173 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the object name related to inventory documents (e.g., INV_DOC or similar, depending on your configuration).
  Check the intervals defined for the number range. Ensure that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend it by adding new intervals.
  In the same SNRO transaction, select the number range interval and add a new interval with a higher range.
  
  
  
  Activate Number Range:
  
  Ensure that the number range is active. If it is not, activate it in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify inventory documents and access number range settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific configurations related to your organization's setup.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  OMJJ: To configure inventory management settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to number ranges and inventory documents.
  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 LF173 error and ensure that the number range for inventory documents is correctly configured and functional.