How To Fix MDG_BS_ECC_CUST003 - Number range missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_ECC_CUST - Messages for Customer - MDG_APPL

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Number range missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_CUST003 - Number range missing ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_CUST003 indicates that a number range is missing for a specific object in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This typically occurs when the system attempts to create or manage master data, but the required number range for the object (like a business partner, material, etc.) has not been defined or is not available.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specific object type has not been set up in the system.
  Number Range Not Assigned: The number range may be defined but not assigned to the relevant object type or configuration.
  Number Range Interval Issues: The defined number range may not have any valid intervals, or the intervals may be exhausted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the number range in the MDG or ECC system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the relevant number range object (e.g., for business partners, it could be BUPA).
  Check if the number range is defined and has valid intervals.
  
  
  
  Define or Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is missing, you will need to create it:
  
  Use the transaction code SNRO to create a new number range object.
  Define the intervals for the number range.
  
  
  If the number range exists but is not assigned, ensure it is properly assigned to the relevant object type in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Object:
  
  Use the transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Navigate to the relevant section for Master Data Governance and ensure that the number range is assigned to the appropriate object type.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Intervals:
  
  Ensure that the defined intervals are not exhausted. If they are, you may need to extend the intervals or create new ones.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the creation or management of the master data again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring number ranges in MDG.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MDG_BS_ECC_CUST003 error and ensure that the necessary number ranges are properly configured in your SAP system.