How To Fix MDG_BS_SUPPL_HARM049 - Invalid interval (from &1 to &2) for number range &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Invalid interval (from &1 to &2) for number range &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_HARM049 - Invalid interval (from &1 to &2) for number range &3 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_HARM049 indicates that there is an issue with the number range interval specified in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to create or modify a supplier or other master data entity that requires a valid number range.
  Cause:
  The error message "Invalid interval (from &1 to &2) for number range &3" suggests that the number range defined for the specific object (in this case, a supplier) is not valid. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Number Range Configuration: The number range might not be properly defined in the system, or the intervals may overlap or be incorrectly set.
  Number Range Not Assigned: The number range might not be assigned to the relevant object type or is inactive.
  Exceeding Defined Limits: The number being generated or entered falls outside the defined limits of the number range.
  Number Range Status: The number range might be locked or not available for use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object associated with the supplier (e.g., SUPPLIER).
  Verify that the number range intervals are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range Intervals:
  
  If the intervals are incorrect, you may need to adjust them to ensure they are valid and do not overlap.
  Ensure that the "from" and "to" values are set correctly and that they do not exceed the limits.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range:
  
  Ensure that the number range is assigned to the relevant object type in the configuration settings.
  Check if the number range is active and available for use.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Ensure that the number range is not locked or restricted for use. If it is, you may need to unlock it or change its status.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to create or modify the supplier data again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SPRO: To access the configuration settings for number ranges in the IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and configuration.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, 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 identify and resolve the issue causing the MDG_BS_SUPPL_HARM049 error.