How To Fix M2540 - Number range for evaluation structure sets is exhausted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 540

• Message text: Number range for evaluation structure sets is exhausted

What causes this issue?

Sets are created automatically when an evaluation structure is
generated. Internal number assignment is therefore required. The most
recent counter status is recorded in field "Var" in table TMCSD.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2540 - Number range for evaluation structure sets is exhausted ?

  The SAP error message M2540 indicates that the number range for evaluation structure sets has been exhausted. This typically occurs when the system has run out of available numbers in the defined number range for a specific evaluation structure.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The most common cause is that the defined number range for the evaluation structure has been completely used up. This can happen if a large number of evaluation structures have been created without sufficient number range allocation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the number range settings, such as incorrect intervals or limits set for the number range.
  System Migration or Data Load: If there has been a recent migration or bulk data load, it may have consumed the available numbers more quickly than anticipated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for the evaluation structure sets (usually related to material management).
  Check the current number range intervals and extend them if necessary. You can add new intervals or increase the upper limit of the existing range.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Usage:
  
  Review the existing evaluation structures to see how many have been created and whether any can be deleted or archived if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the number range is set correctly. This includes checking for any overlaps or gaps in the number range intervals.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing number ranges related to evaluation structures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number ranges.
  MMBE: To check material stock and related evaluations.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly monitor the usage of number ranges and plan for extensions proactively.
  Document any changes made to number ranges for future reference and audits.
  
  
  
  Impact: 
  
  This error can halt processes that rely on creating new evaluation structures, impacting reporting and analysis in material management.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M2540 error and ensure that your number ranges are adequately managed.