How To Fix MW191 - Number range & not created for object &


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

  • Message number: 191

  • Message text: Number range & not created for object &

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  • &USE&
    The interval &V1& for number range object &V2& does not exist. The
    interval is defined per document type (allocation table type or
    allocation rule type).

    System Response

    The system cannot assign a document number and therefore cannot save.

    How to fix this error?

    You can solve the problem in one of the following ways:
    Create the interval &V1& for number range object &V2&.
    If you are processing an allocation table
    Maintain the allocation table <DS:SIMG.W_ZF_VK_0490>number range</>.
    If you are processing an allocation rule
    Maintain the allocation rule <DS:SIMG.W_ZF_VK_0480>number range</>.
    Check and correct the number of the interval for the current document
    type used.
    If you are processing an allocation table
    Maintain the number range interval for the
    <DS:SIMG.W_ZF_VK_0410>allocation table type</>.
    If you are processing an allocation rule
    Maintain the number range interval for the
    <DS:SIMG.W_ZF_VK_0430>allocation rule type</>.
    INCLUDE ISR_CUSTOMIZING

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW191 - Number range & not created for object & ?

    The SAP error message MW191 indicates that a number range has not been created for a specific object. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document (like a material document, purchase order, etc.) that requires a unique number from a number range that has not been defined in the system.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Number Range: The primary cause of this error is that the number range for the specified object (e.g., material documents, purchase orders) has not been set up in the system.
    2. Configuration Issues: The number range may exist but is not properly assigned to the relevant document type or object.
    3. Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the number range.

    Solution:

    To resolve the MW191 error, follow these steps:

    1. Check Number Range Configuration:

      • Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
      • Enter the object name related to the error message (e.g., MATERIAL, PO, etc.) and check if a number range is defined.
      • If it is not defined, you will need to create a new number range.
    2. Create/Modify Number Range:

      • Use transaction code SNRO to create a new number range or modify an existing one.
      • Ensure that the number range is properly defined with a valid interval and is not overlapping with other ranges.
    3. Assign Number Range to Document Type:

      • If the number range exists but is not assigned, go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., OMH1 for material documents, OMH2 for purchase orders).
      • Assign the created number range to the appropriate document type.
    4. Check Authorizations:

      • Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or access the number range. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your SAP security team.
    5. Testing:

      • After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:
      • SNRO: Number Range Objects
      • OMH1: Configuration for Material Document Number Ranges
      • OMH2: Configuration for Purchase Order Number Ranges
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on number range configuration and management.
    • 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 the specific object.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MW191 error and ensure that the necessary number ranges are properly configured in your SAP system.

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