How To Fix MA597 - Number & does not lie in external number range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 597

• Message text: Number & does not lie in external number range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA597 - Number & does not lie in external number range ?

  The SAP error message MA597 ("Number & does not lie in external number range") typically occurs when you are trying to use a number that is not within the defined external number range for a specific document type or object in SAP. This can happen in various modules, such as Materials Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD), when creating or processing documents like purchase orders, sales orders, or material documents.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number you are trying to use is not defined in the external number range for the relevant document type. This can happen if the number range has not been properly set up or if the number you are trying to use is outside the defined range.
  Incorrect Number Assignment: The system may be trying to assign a number that is not valid due to misconfiguration or manual entry errors.
  Document Type Settings: The document type you are using may not be configured to allow the use of external numbers.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for the document type you are working with (e.g., for purchase orders, it might be EKKO).
  Check the defined external number ranges and ensure that the number you are trying to use falls within this range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is not defined correctly, you may need to adjust it. You can do this by going to transaction code SNRO and selecting the appropriate number range object.
  You may need to create a new number range or extend the existing range to include the number you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for the document type in transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant section for the module you are working with (e.g., Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Define Document Types).
  Ensure that the document type is set to use external number assignment if that is your intention.
  
  
  
  Use Valid Number:
  
  If you are manually entering a number, ensure that it is a valid number within the defined range.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change number range settings or document type configurations.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after checking these areas, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team for further assistance.