How To Fix MN793 - Number range interval &1, settlement run number, nearly exhausted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 793

• Message text: Number range interval &1, settlement run number, nearly exhausted

What causes this issue?

Each settlement run for an arrangement in Purchasing is assigned a
unique number.
All the numbers in related number range &V1& will soon be used up.

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?

Correct the number range in good time. If necessary, contact your
system administrator.
Please note that only number range '01' is permitted.

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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN793 - Number range interval &1, settlement run number, nearly exhausted ?

  The SAP error message MN793 indicates that a number range interval for a specific settlement run is nearly exhausted. This typically occurs in the context of settlement processes in SAP, where a specific number range is used to generate unique identifiers for settlement runs. When the available numbers in that range are close to being used up, this warning is triggered.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Number Range: The number range defined for the settlement runs is nearly exhausted, meaning that there are very few numbers left to assign to new settlement runs.
  Configuration Issues: The number range may not have been configured properly, or it may not have been extended to accommodate the volume of transactions being processed.
  High Volume of Settlements: If your organization processes a high volume of settlements, the number range may be consumed quickly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Extend the Number Range:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for the settlement runs (usually related to the specific module you are working with, such as CO for Controlling).
  Check the current intervals and extend the number range if necessary. You can add new intervals to increase the range of available numbers.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  In the same SNRO transaction, you can check the status of the number range to see how many numbers are still available and how many have been used.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the number range is being exhausted too quickly, consider reviewing the configuration of your settlement processes to see if adjustments can be made to reduce the frequency of settlements or to optimize the use of number ranges.
  
  
  
  Monitor Usage:
  
  Regularly monitor the usage of number ranges to anticipate when they might become exhausted in the future, allowing for proactive management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: For managing number ranges.
  SNUM: For displaying number range objects.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on managing number ranges and understanding the implications of number range exhaustion.
  Support: If you are unsure about making changes to number ranges, consider consulting with your SAP Basis or functional team, or reach out to SAP support for guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MN793 error and ensure that your settlement processes can continue without interruption.