How To Fix MIMA257 - Number range &1 (object &2) in critical area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MIMA - Messages for Master Data Admin. Insurance Object

• Message number: 257

• Message text: Number range &1 (object &2) in critical area

What causes this issue?

Most numbers for the number range intervals are assigned. Only a few
free numbers are still available.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE FICA_NA_INFOADMIN OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE FICA_NA_NUMKRS OBJECT DOKU ID TX
INCLUDE FICA_NA_F5 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MIMA257 - Number range &1 (object &2) in critical area ?

  The SAP error message MIMA257 indicates that a number range for a specific object is in a critical area. This typically means that the number range is running low on available numbers and may soon be exhausted. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Exhaustion of Number Range: The number range defined for a specific object (like material numbers, document numbers, etc.) is nearing its limit. This can happen if the number range is not adequately sized for the volume of transactions being processed.
  Configuration Issues: The number range may not have been configured correctly, or the intervals may not have been set up to accommodate the expected usage.
  System Settings: The system may not have been set to automatically extend the number range or allocate additional numbers when the current range is low.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Number Range: Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the current status of the number range for the specified object. Look for the number of used and available numbers.
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  If the number range is indeed low, you can extend it by adding more intervals. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction.
  Select the relevant number range object and add a new interval with a higher upper limit.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: Ensure that the number range is configured to automatically extend if possible. This may involve setting up the number range to allow for dynamic allocation.
  Monitor Usage: After extending the number range, monitor its usage to ensure that it is sufficient for future transactions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for best practices regarding number range management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: To manage number range objects.
  SNUM: To display number ranges.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to number range management.
  Best Practices: Regularly review and manage number ranges as part of system maintenance to prevent running into critical areas.
  
  By addressing the number range issue promptly, you can avoid disruptions in business processes that rely on unique identifiers.