How To Fix LTRM018 - Check number range interval "&" for message sequences (nearing end)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTRM - TRM Generic error messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Check number range interval "&" for message sequences (nearing end)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTRM018 - Check number range interval "&" for message sequences (nearing end) ?

  The SAP error message LTRM018 indicates that the check number range interval for message sequences is nearing its end. This typically occurs in the context of the Logistics Execution (LE) module, particularly when dealing with message handling and number ranges for various logistics processes.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system detects that the number range assigned to a specific message type is close to being exhausted. This can happen if:
  
  The number range interval for the message type is set too low.
  There has been an unexpectedly high volume of messages generated, consuming the available numbers quickly.
  The number range has not been properly extended or adjusted to accommodate the volume of transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LTRM018 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the message type that is causing the error.
  Check the current status of the number range intervals.
  
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  If the number range is nearing its limit, you can extend it by adding more intervals.
  In the SNRO transaction, select the number range object and choose to change the intervals.
  Add a new interval with a higher upper limit to ensure that there are enough numbers available for future messages.
  
  
  
  Monitor Message Volume:
  
  Analyze the volume of messages being generated to understand if there is a trend that requires a more significant adjustment to the number range.
  If necessary, implement measures to optimize message generation or processing.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making changes to the number range, test the relevant processes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that messages can be processed without issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Alerts:
  
  Document the changes made to the number range for future reference.
  Consider setting up alerts or monitoring to notify you when the number range is approaching its limits again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Best Practices: Regularly review and manage number ranges as part of system maintenance to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LTRM018 error and ensure that your SAP system can continue to process messages without interruption.