How To Fix MA591 - Number range object & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 591

• Message text: Number range object & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA591 - Number range object & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MA591 indicates that a number range object does not exist. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document that requires a number from a specific number range, but the system cannot find the defined number range for that object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range Object: The number range object you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range object may exist, but it is not properly configured or assigned to the relevant document type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range object.
  Transport Issues: If the number range object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or configured in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Object:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the name of the number range object that is causing the error and check if it exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create/Configure Number Range:
  
  If the number range object exists but is not configured, you can create or configure it using transaction code SNRO.
  Define the intervals for the number range and ensure that it is active.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Document Type:
  
  Ensure that the number range is assigned to the relevant document type in the configuration settings. This can usually be done in the customizing settings for the specific module (e.g., MM, SD, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range object. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the number range object was recently transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system. You may need to check with your Basis team to confirm that the transport was successful.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the number range object in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SN01: To display number ranges.
  SU53: To analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific number range object or error message.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Community forums for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MA591 error and ensure that the number range object is properly configured and accessible.