How To Fix LOGBR_NF020 - The NFNUM &1 was not updated in the database.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LOGBR_NF -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: The NFNUM &1 was not updated in the database.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LOGBR_NF020 - The NFNUM &1 was not updated in the database. ?

  The SAP error message LOGBR_NF020 indicates that a specific number (NFNUM) was not updated in the database. This error typically occurs in the context of number range management, particularly when dealing with number ranges for documents or transactions in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Number Range Issues: The most common cause of this error is that the number range object associated with the NFNUM is not properly configured or is exhausted. This can happen if the number range has reached its upper limit or if there are issues with the number range intervals.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to update the number range.
  
  
  Database Locking: There may be a database lock that prevents the update from occurring.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: There could be configuration errors in the number range settings or in the related document types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object.
  Ensure that the number range intervals are correctly defined and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  
  Extend Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend it. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction by adjusting the intervals.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and update the number range. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the database that might be preventing the update. If there are locks, you may need to resolve them.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction SLG1 to view application logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific number range object or transaction to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SM12: Display and manage locks
  SU53: Display authorization check
  SLG1: Application log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.