How To Fix MB050 - Number entered for internal number range & (&, &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MB - Logistics Information Library

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Number entered for internal number range & (&, &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MB050 - Number entered for internal number range & (&, &) ?

  The SAP error message MB050 typically indicates an issue with the internal number range for a document or transaction. This error occurs when the number entered for a document does not fall within the defined internal number range for that particular document type.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Number Entry: The number you are trying to enter may not be valid or may not exist within the defined internal number range.
  Number Range Configuration: The internal number range for the document type may not be properly configured or may have been changed.
  Number Range Exhaustion: The number range may have been exhausted, meaning that all available numbers in that range have been used up.
  Authorization Issues: There may be restrictions on the user’s ability to access certain number ranges.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Number Entry: Ensure that the number you are entering is correct and falls within the expected range.
  Review Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object.
  Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and is active.
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you may need to extend the range or create a new number range.
  This can be done in transaction code SNRO or OBA7 (for number range maintenance).
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the specified number range.
  Consult with Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: For managing number range objects.
  OBA7: For maintaining number ranges for document types.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and authorizations are correctly set up to allow access to the required number ranges.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MB050 error message in SAP.