How To Fix LR048 - Error when determining next document number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LR - CATS: Cross-Application Time Sheet

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Error when determining next document number

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when determining the document number for the number
range interval &V1& and object &V2&.

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?

Notify the SAP hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LR048 - Error when determining next document number ?

  The SAP error message LR048, which states "Error when determining next document number," typically occurs when the system is unable to generate the next document number for a specific document type. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of LR048 Error
  
  
  Number Range Issues: The most common cause is that the number range for the document type has been exhausted or is not properly defined. This can happen if the number range is set to a limited range and all numbers have been used.
  
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range may not be correctly configured in the system. This includes settings such as the interval, status (internal/external), and whether the number range is assigned to the correct document type.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range settings.
  
  
  Document Type Not Defined: The document type for which the number is being generated may not be defined in the system or may not be linked to a valid number range.
  
  
  System Errors: Occasionally, system errors or inconsistencies in the database can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solutions to LR048 Error
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for the document type in question.
  Check the intervals to ensure that there are available numbers. If the range is exhausted, you may need to extend it.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend the range by adding more numbers. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction.
  Ensure that the number range is set to "Internal" if the system is supposed to generate numbers automatically.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OBA7 to check the document type settings and ensure that it is correctly linked to the appropriate number range.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify number ranges. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve the problem.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a simple restart of the SAP system or the relevant application server can resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OBA7: Document Type Configuration
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on number range management and error handling.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the LR048 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.