How To Fix MDG_BS_SUPPL_HARM016 - Number range &1 changed for object &2; range: &3, numbering: &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_SUPPL_HARM - MDG: messages for harmonization report

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Number range &1 changed for object &2; range: &3, numbering: &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_HARM016 - Number range &1 changed for object &2; range: &3, numbering: &4 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_HARM016 indicates that there has been a change in the number range for a specific object in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This message typically arises in the context of managing supplier data or other master data objects where number ranges are utilized to generate unique identifiers.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Number Range Configuration Change: The number range for the specified object has been modified, which may include changes to the range limits or the numbering format.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the system is trying to assign a number that is no longer valid due to the changes made.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system that interact with number ranges, they may not be aligned with the new configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the number range changes were transported from a development environment to a production environment, there may be issues with the transport not being executed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the specific number range object mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the number range is correctly defined and that the intervals are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Review Changes:
  
  If changes were made to the number range, review the changes to ensure they are valid and that they do not conflict with existing data.
  If necessary, revert the changes or adjust the number range to accommodate existing data.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the data to ensure that there are no records that are using invalid number ranges.
  You may need to run specific reports or programs to identify and correct any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Custom Code Review:
  
  If there are custom developments that interact with the number range, review the code to ensure it is compatible with the new number range settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the number range configuration or manually adjust it in the target environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to number range management and the specific object in question for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO - Number Range Object Maintenance
  MDGIMG - MDG Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.