How To Fix LTIF005 - Internal number cannot be generated for &1 &2 &3; check number range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTIF - TRM interface error messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Internal number cannot be generated for &1 &2 &3; check number range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTIF005 - Internal number cannot be generated for &1 &2 &3; check number range ?

  The SAP error message LTIF005 indicates that the system is unable to generate an internal number for a specific object (identified by &1, &2, and &3) due to issues with the number range configuration. This typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management, particularly when dealing with internal documents like transfer orders or inventory documents.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specific document type has not been defined in the system.
  Number Range Exhausted: The defined number range has been exhausted, meaning all available numbers have been used up.
  Number Range Not Assigned: The document type may not be assigned to a number range.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the number range.
  Configuration Errors: There could be misconfigurations in the number range settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the relevant number range object (for example, for transfer orders, it might be LT).
  Check if the number range is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Define or Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is not defined, you will need to create a new number range.
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend the range by adjusting the upper limit.
  Ensure that the number range is assigned to the correct document type.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Document Type:
  
  Use transaction code OMJJ to check the assignment of number ranges to document types.
  Ensure that the document type you are working with is correctly linked to the appropriate number range.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or Configuration Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OMJJ: Configuration for Inventory Management
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LTIF005 error and ensure that internal numbers can be generated successfully.